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Authorize

AW-thur-yz

/ˈɔːθɜːrˌaɪz/

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authorize

Dictionary meaning

To grant authorization or clearance for.

Examples

  • I authorized the new technician to enter our data center.
  • I authorized my assistant to sign the papers.

Synonyms: pass

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