Added 9 October 2026
authorization
/ˌɔːθəɹaɪˈzeɪʃən/ noun
noun Definition from Wiktionary (CC BY-SA). Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about authorization at Wordnik → Where our words come from →
- An act of authorizing.
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The state of being authorized to do something or to be somewhere; formally granted permission.
I've got authorization. Call the office and you'll see.
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A document giving formal sanction, permission or warrant.
Can I see your authorization?