nounπShareA legal document giving official permission to do something; a permit."You need a fishing licence to fish in this lake. "governmentlawrightstateChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareThe legal terms under which a person is allowed to use a product, especially software.""Before installing the new antivirus software, I carefully read the licence to understand how many computers I could use it on." "righttechnologycomputinglawbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareFreedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behaviour or speech)."The comedian's act pushed boundaries, often taking licence with controversial topics to provoke a reaction from the audience. "moralattitudecharactersocietyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareExcessive freedom; lack of due restraint."The teacher warned the students that too much talking during group projects could lead to licence and prevent them from finishing their work on time. "moralcharacterattitudeChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
nounπShareShort for driver's license."In order to enter the building, I need to show my license."vehiclegovernmentlawChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareTo give a formal (usually written) authorization."It was decided to license Wikipedia under the GFDL."governmentlawrightbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verbπShareAuthorize officially."I am licensed to practice law in this state."governmentlawbusinessChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
