authorization

Word parts

authorize + -ization

Other spellings

• (UK) authorisation

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /ɔːθərʌɪˈzeɪʃ(ə)n/

• Audio (UK)

  (file)

• Hyphenation: au‧thor‧iza‧tion

Noun

Singular authorization

Plural authorizations

1. (uncountable) An authorization is a permission to do something.

   I've got authorization. Call the office and you'll see.

2. (countable) authorization is an act of authorising.
3. (countable) An authorization is a document giving formal sanction, permission or warrant.

   Can I see your authorization?

Related words

• authorize
• authority