authorization
[aw-ther-uh-zey-shuh n]
- the act of authorizing.
- permission or power granted by an authority; sanction.
- a legislative act authorizing money to be spent for government programs that specifies a maximum spending level without provision for actual funds.
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Origin of authorization
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Based on the Random House Unabridged Dictionary, © Random House, Inc. 2018
Examples from the Web for authorization
Contemporary Examples
Irritated members of Congress say that the authorization of the train-and-equip mission is merely about optics.
Congress might vote on the authorization of force measure as soon as December.
But, so far, there have been no substantial consultations with Congress about such an authorization.
It “is not an inherent power, but one that comes solely from the authorization by the central leadership.”
At issue is the 2001 Authorization for the Use of Military Force (AUMF).
Historical Examples
Thank God for this authorization and hallowing of our recollections.
Messages from the Epistle to the HebrewsHandley C.G. Moule
The authorization of the Romans was not necessary in order to apply it.
It was upon that authorization that Sheridan removed Warren.
Personal Memoirs of U. S. Grant, CompleteUlysses S. Grant
They wrote to Philip asking for his authorization and support.
The Jesuits, 1534-1921Thomas J. Campbell
This legislation or authorization was secured in 1837 and 1838.
Montreal 1535-1914, Volume II (of 2)William Henry Atherton
Word Origin and History for authorization
Online Etymology Dictionary, © 2010 Douglas Harper