Professional Licensure
/ˌproʊˈfɛʃənəl ˈlaɪsənʃər/
Definitions
- (n.) The official permission granted by a competent authority to an individual to engage in a particular profession, indicating fulfillment of required standards and qualifications.
She obtained professional licensure to practice medicine in the state.
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Commentary
The term emphasizes formal recognition by legal or regulatory bodies ensuring the holder meets professional standards; often critical in regulated professions.
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