Licence

Pronunciation: /ˈlaɪsəns/

Definitions of licence

noun A permit from an authority to own or use something, do a particular thing, or carry on a trade

Example Sentences

A1 I need a licence to drive a car.

A2 She applied for a fishing licence so she could go fishing.

B1 In order to sell alcohol, you must have a liquor licence.

B2 The company was fined for operating without a proper licence.

C1 The architect had to renew his licence every year to continue practicing.

C2 Obtaining a pilot's licence requires extensive training and experience.

Examples of licence in a Sentence

formal In order to drive legally, you must have a valid driver's licence.

informal Hey, did you remember to renew your fishing licence before our trip?

slang I can't believe I got caught driving without a licence!

figurative She had a licence to kill with her sharp wit and cunning charm.

Grammatical Forms of licence

• plural: licences
• present tense: licence
• future tense: will licence
• perfect tense: have licenced
• continuous tense: is licencing
• singular: licence
• positive degree: more licenced
• infinitive: to licence
• gerund: licencing
• participle: licenced

Origin and Evolution of licence

First Known Use: 1250 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'licence' originated from the Latin word 'licentia', meaning freedom, liberty, or permission.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'licence' evolved to refer to official permission or authorization to do something, such as driving or practicing a profession.