Authorisation

/ˌɔːθərəɪˈzeɪʃən/

Definitions

  1. (n.) The act of granting permission or power to do something.
    The bank requires authorisation before processing the transaction.
  2. (n.) The official approval to access or perform certain actions, especially by a governing body or system.
    Access to confidential files requires proper authorisation.

Forms

  • authorisations

Commentary

British English uses 'authorisation,' whereas American English commonly adopts 'authorization.'

This glossary is for general informational and educational purposes only. Definitions are jurisdiction-agnostic but reflect terminology and concepts primarily drawn from English and American legal traditions. Nothing herein constitutes legal advice or creates a lawyer-client relationship. Users should consult qualified counsel for advice on specific matters or jurisdictions.

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