Approved List
/əˈpruːvd lɪst/
Definitions
- (n.) A formally recognized compilation or register of items, substances, entities, or individuals authorized for use, reference, or participation under specific legal or regulatory frameworks.
The pharmaceutical company submitted its new drug to the approved list before marketing.
- (n.) In securities law, a list maintained by regulatory authorities or exchanges identifying securities eligible for certain types of transactions or treatments, such as designation for official quotation or favorable regulatory status.
Only stocks on the approved list qualify for institutional investment under the fund's mandate.
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- approved lists
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Commentary
Typically used in regulatory contexts to delineate what is permitted; careful drafting ensures clarity about the scope and effect of inclusion in such lists.
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