authorization — official permission or approval to do something
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: official permission or approval to do something
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌɔːθərəˈzeɪʃən/
Example Sentences
- The spy needed special authorization to enter the secret chocolate factory.
- Without proper authorization, accessing the company database is strictly prohibited.
- My credit card authorization was declined because I tried to buy a pet elephant online.
authorization
NOUN[/ˌɔːθərəˈzeɪʃən/]
official permission or approval to do something
The guard checks her badge and grants authorization to enter the secure lab.
Organization's authorization builds civilization!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Medieval Latin authorizare, derived from author (creator, originator), reflecting the concept that an author or originator possesses the power to grant authority or permission. The term evolved to denote the act of granting official power or approval.
Breakdown
authorize (from Latin authorizare: to empower, to give authority) + -ation (suffix forming nouns denoting action, process, or state). The result expresses the action or process of granting authority or official approval.
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“The spy needed special authorization to enter the secret chocolate factory.”
“Without proper authorization, accessing the company database is strictly prohibited.”
“My credit card authorization was declined because I tried to buy a pet elephant online.”
“The doctor's authorization is required for this prescription medication.”
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