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licensed

[ˈlaɪsənst]

licensed Definition

  • 1having official permission to do something or to use or own something
  • 2having a license

Using licensed: Examples

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

  • Example

    He is a licensed driver.

  • Example

    The bar is licensed to sell alcohol.

  • Example

    She is a licensed therapist.

  • Example

    The company is licensed to operate in this state.

licensed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for licensed

Antonyms for licensed

Phrases with licensed

  • licensed to kill

    having official permission to take someone's life, usually referring to fictional characters such as James Bond

    Example

    James Bond is licensed to kill.

  • a nurse who has completed a practical nursing program and has passed a national licensing examination

    Example

    My sister is a licensed practical nurse.

  • licensed premises

    a place that has been granted a license to sell alcohol or provide entertainment

    Example

    The police were called to the licensed premises after a fight broke out.

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Summary: licensed in Brief

The term 'licensed' [ˈlaɪsənst] refers to having official permission to do something or to use or own something. It is often used to describe individuals or entities that have obtained a license, such as a licensed driver or a licensed business. 'Licensed' can also be used in phrases like 'licensed to kill,' which refers to having official permission to take someone's life, usually in a fictional context.

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