Approval
/əˈpruːvəl/
Definitions
- (n.) The official consent or sanction to some act or purpose.
The contract went forward after receiving managerial approval.
- (n.) A formal expression of support or agreement to a proposal or document.
The board gave their approval to the new policy.
Forms
- approvals
Related terms
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Commentary
Approval often implies a formal or official acceptance after review; distinguish from informal agreement.
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