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driver's license

American  

noun

  1. a permit, as one issued by a state's motor vehicle bureau, that allows the holder to drive a motor vehicle on public roads.


Etymology

Origin of driver's license

First recorded in 1940–45

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Federal officials are also launching a nationwide audit of third-party testers who are authorized by states to verify commercial driver’s license applicants’ skills.

From Los Angeles Times Aug. 31, 2026

Or at least it’s on your driver’s license.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 19, 2026

He had a Florida driver’s license, gun registration and voter’s registration.

From The Wall Street Journal Aug. 8, 2026

They may also insist on being called by their Playa name, something like “Dirty Rizz,” even though their driver’s license identifies them as Derwin.

From Salon Jul. 24, 2026

Mother or Daddy would come by with the notary to check their driver’s license.

From "The Lions of Little Rock" by Kristin Levine

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