Pronunciation: /pərˈmɪt/
noun an official document or certificate that gives someone permission to do something
A1 I need a permit to park in this area.
A2 She applied for a permit to build a new fence around her property.
B1 The company obtained a permit to operate a new factory in the industrial zone.
B2 The government issued a permit for the construction of a new bridge.
C1 The permit granted by the local council allowed the restaurant to serve alcohol.
C2 The permit for the use of fireworks was revoked due to safety concerns.
verb to allow or give permission
A1 I permit my daughter to stay up late on weekends.
A2 The teacher permits students to ask questions during the lesson.
B1 The company permits employees to work from home on certain days.
B2 The new law permits citizens to carry concealed weapons with a permit.
C1 The government permits limited access to classified information for security reasons.
C2 The museum does not permit photography inside the exhibit halls.
formal The city council requires a permit for any construction work in the area.
informal You need a permit to park in that lot.
slang I didn't have a permit for the concert, but I snuck in anyway.
figurative Forgiveness is the permit for a new beginning.
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