Gathering License
/ˈɡæðərɪŋ ˈlaɪsəns/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal authorization permitting the collection or extraction of natural resources, such as timber, minerals, or game, from public or private lands.
The company obtained a gathering license to harvest timber from the national forest.
Forms
- gathering license
- gathering licenses
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Commentary
A gathering license typically specifies the scope and limitations of resource collection to prevent unauthorized exploitation and ensures compliance with environmental and property regulations.
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