licensed — officially permitted or qualified to do something, especially through a formal certificate
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: officially permitted or qualified to do something, especially through a formal certificate
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈlaɪsənst/
Example Sentences
- My uncle is a licensed electrician, but he still can't figure out why his own TV remote doesn't work.
- To become a licensed civil servant in Korea, applicants must pass a series of rigorous exams.
- The restaurant is licensed to serve alcohol, so don't worry, the soju is legit.
licensed
ADJECTIVE[/ˈlaɪsənst/]
officially permitted or qualified to do something, especially through a formal certificate
The licensed electrician proudly shows his certification before fixing the wiring.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
Licensed derives from the Latin verb licere, meaning 'to be allowed or permitted.' The word evolved through Old French licence into English license, which developed both noun and verb forms denoting official permission or authorization. The past participle form licensed emphasizes the state of having received formal permission.
Breakdown
licere (Latin: to permit) + -nse (noun suffix forming abstract concept) + -ed (past participle suffix indicating completed action or state). The structure conveys 'having been permitted or granted official authorization.'
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📝Examples
“My uncle is a licensed electrician, but he still can't figure out why his own TV remote doesn't work.”
“To become a licensed civil servant in Korea, applicants must pass a series of rigorous exams.”
“The restaurant is licensed to serve alcohol, so don't worry, the soju is legit.”
“Only licensed real estate agents are allowed to handle official property transactions.”
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