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Meaning of Authorize
The primary meaning of the word "Authorize" is to give someone the power or permission to do something.
Definitions
- To give someone the power or permission to do something
- To give official permission for something to happen or be done
- To authenticate or verify something, especially a document or transaction
Etymology of Authorize
The word "Authorize" comes from the Old French word "autoriser", which is derived from "auctor", the Latin word for "author" or "originator"
Historically, the word has been used to describe the act of giving someone the power or permission to act on behalf of another, often in a formal or official capacity
Example Uses
- The company will authorize the payment once the invoice is verified
- The government has authorized the use of emergency funds to respond to the disaster
- The bank will authorize the transaction after verifying the account details