Meaning of authorisation in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

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  1. Noun

    authorisation

    Definitions

    1. a document giving an official instruction or command

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  2. 2. the power or right to give orders or make decisions

    Examples

    • « he has the authority to issue warrants »
    • « deputies are given authorization to make arrests »

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  3. 3. official permission or approval

    Examples

    • « authority for the program was renewed several times »

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  4. 4. the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant

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