license
//ˈlaɪsəns//
Noun
licenseSingular
licensesPlural
1
An official document or permit that gives someone permission to do, use, or own something.
You need a license to drive a car.
2
Freedom to behave as one wishes, especially in a way that results in excessive or unacceptable behavior.
The director was given too much creative license and the film became chaotic.
3
A legal permission granted by an authority to engage in a particular activity or profession.
You need a license to practice medicine in this country.
Verb
licenseInfinitive
licensePresent tense
licensedPast tense
licensedPast participle
licensingPresent participle
licensesThird-person singular
1
To grant a license to someone or something; to give official permission.
The government licensed the company to operate in the region.
2
To authorize the use, performance, or release of something.
The company licensed the software to schools at a reduced price.