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Definition issue in American English

issue verb

[transitive] verb
/ˈɪʃu/

▪ apology, decree, edict, guidelines, injunction, order, ruling, statement, ultimatum, warning

1

to announce something, or to give something to people officially

Example

The banks have issued a warning that charges are likely to rise sharply.

Example

Summonses have been issued to people who have not paid their bills.

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2

to officially make things available for people to buy or use

Example

A new range of stamps will be issued to commemorate the event.

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3

if you issue someone something such as equipment, you give it to them, usually officially

Example

All visitors to the factory must be issued with protective goggles.

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Definition issue in American English