driver's license — an official document that permits a person to drive a motor vehicle
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an official document that permits a person to drive a motor vehicle
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈdraɪvərz ˈlaɪsəns/
Example Sentences
- The police officer asked to see my driver's license after I accidentally drove through a red light while daydreaming about pizza.
- My driver's license photo makes me look like a confused vampire who just woke up.
- She finally got her driver's license at age 30, which means she can now legally drive to the grocery store instead of taking three buses.
driver's license
NOUN[/ˈdraɪvərz ˈlaɪsəns/]
an official document that permits a person to drive a motor vehicle
She proudly shows her new driver's license at the DMV counter.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Driver's license is a compound term combining 'driver,' derived from the verb 'drive,' with 'license,' which originates from Latin 'licentia' meaning 'permission' or 'freedom.' The term emerged as automobiles became widespread and the need to document a driver's qualifications became legally necessary.
Breakdown
drive (to operate a vehicle) + -er (agent suffix denoting one who performs an action) + license (from Latin licentia, meaning permission or authorization).
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📝Examples
“The police officer asked to see my driver's license after I accidentally drove through a red light while daydreaming about pizza.”
“My driver's license photo makes me look like a confused vampire who just woke up.”
“She finally got her driver's license at age 30, which means she can now legally drive to the grocery store instead of taking three buses.”
“You must present a valid driver's license to register for the driving test.”
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