English dictionary
permit
nounPronunciation
ˈpɝmɪt
Audio pronunciation
Parts of speech
Definitions
noun
- the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization
noun
- large game fish; found in waters of the West Indies
noun
- a legal document giving official permission to do something
verb
- consent to, give permission; permit
verb
- allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
verb
- make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
Example sentences
She permitted her son to visit her estranged husband
I won't let the police search her basement
I cannot allow you to see your exam
We don't allow dogs here
Children are not permitted beyond this point
We cannot tolerate smoking in the hospital
This permits the water to rush in
This sealed door won't allow the water to come into the basement
This will permit the rain to run off