• noun:   the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization
• noun:   a legal document giving official permission to do something
• noun:   freedom to deviate deliberately from normally applicable rules or practices (especially in behavior or speech)
• noun:   excessive freedom; lack of due restraint

  Example: "When liberty becomes license dictatorship is near- Will Durant"

• verb:   authorize officially

  Example: "I am licensed to practice law in this state"

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