Pronunciation: /pərˈmɪʃən/
noun the act of allowing someone to do something
A1 I asked my teacher for permission to go to the bathroom.
A2 She gave me permission to use her car for the weekend.
B1 You need to get permission from the landlord before painting the walls.
B2 The company requires written permission to access certain sensitive information.
C1 The artist obtained permission from the museum to display her work.
C2 The government granted permission for the construction of a new airport.
adjective permissible
A1 I need permission from my parents to go to the party.
A2 She asked for permission to leave early.
B1 Employees must obtain permission from their supervisor before taking time off.
B2 The artist was granted permission to use the museum as a backdrop for the photo shoot.
C1 The government requires permission from multiple agencies before starting construction on the new highway.
C2 The CEO has the authority to grant permission for major company decisions.
formal Before making any changes to the building, please ensure you have the necessary permission from the local council.
informal Hey, can I borrow your car tonight? I promise I'll ask for permission next time.
slang Dude, I'm gonna sneak out tonight without permission from my parents. Wish me luck!
figurative Sometimes it's better to ask for forgiveness than permission when taking risks in business.
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