authorization

American

[aw-ther-uh-zey-shuhn] / ˌɔ θər əˈzeɪ ʃən /

especially British, authorisation

noun

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.

Other Word Forms

deauthorization noun
misauthorization noun
preauthorization noun
reauthorization noun

Etymology

Origin of authorization

First recorded in 1600–10; authorize + -ation

Example Sentences

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“This additional authorization reflects the Board’s confidence in Kroger’s strong growth outlook and balance sheet,” said Kroger Chief Executive Ron Sargent.

From MarketWatch

The company advised employees with valid work authorization who were traveling outside the U.S. for stamping to return before their current visa expires.

From Los Angeles Times

This is not technically a visa, but an authorization to enter Israel.

From MarketWatch

It does not take much imagination to see how this authorization travels.

From Salon

She was transferred with judicial authorization after complaining of abdominal pain, according to her media team.

From Barron's

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