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Definition permit in British English

permit noun

[countable] noun
/ˈpɜː(r)mɪt/
1

an official document that gives you permission to do something

Example

Carrying a gun without a permit is punishable by up to four years in prison.

Example

The council refused to issue a permit for the parade.

Example

The plane does not currently have a permit to carry livestock.

Example

They wouldn't give him the job without a work permit.

Example

parking for permit holders only

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Definition permit in British English