permitting

[pərˈmɪtɪŋ]

permitting Definition

• 1. allowing something to happen or be done
• 2. the act of giving permission

Using permitting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "permitting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

• Example

  Permitting smoking in public places is now illegal in many countries.

• Example

  The company is permitting employees to work from home during the pandemic.

• Example

  I will not be permitting any late submissions for this assignment.

permitting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for permitting

• allowing
• letting
• authorizing

Antonyms for permitting

• forbidding
• prohibiting

Phrases with permitting

• permitting process

  the steps required to obtain permission for a certain activity or project

  Example

  The permitting process for building a new house can take several months.

• weather permitting

  if the weather allows it

  Example

  We plan to have a picnic tomorrow, weather permitting.

• time permitting

  if there is enough time available

  Example

  I will answer all of your questions, time permitting.

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Summary: permitting in Brief

The term 'permitting' [pərˈmɪtɪŋ] refers to allowing or authorizing something to happen or be done. It can also refer to the act of giving permission. Examples include 'Permitting smoking in public places is now illegal in many countries,' and 'The company is permitting employees to work from home during the pandemic.' Phrases like 'permitting process' and 'weather permitting' are also commonly used.