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Definition entitlement in American English

entitlement noun

[countable/uncountable] noun
/ɪnˈtaɪt(ə)lmənt/
1

the right to receive something or to do something

Example

One woman in six retires with an entitlement to a full basic pension.

Example

Few people were aware of their entitlement to visit the palace.

Synonyms and related words
1.1

an amount of money that someone is entitled to receive

Example

Make sure you are getting your full entitlement.

Definition entitlement in American English