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Authorization

Aw-thur-uh-ZAY-shuhn

/ˌɔːθɜːrʌˈzeɪʃʌn/

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authorization

Dictionary meaning

The act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant.

Synonyms: authorisation, empowerment

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