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PERMIT

(noun, verb)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Permit.

How to pronounce permit:

Def 2 US

Permit - as a verb

Make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen

Example: "This permits the water to rush in"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allowlet
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting

Example: "We don't allow dogs here"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
allowtolerate

Example Sentences

"I need a parking permit to park in this neighborhood."
"The security guard checked my visitor permit before allowing me to enter the building."
"You must have a permit to fish in this lake."
"The construction company obtained all the necessary permits to start the project."
"The concert venue has a capacity permit of 5000 people."
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Word Game Points

Is PERMIT a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, permit is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

PERMIT has a SCRABBLE points total of 10.

Is PERMIT a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, permit is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
PERMIT has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is PERMIT a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, permit is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
PERMIT has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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