clearance
Translation
clearance, permission, authorisation, space
Examples
He received security clearance.
He received security clearance.
The store is having a clearance sale.
The store is having a clearance sale.
The bridge has a clearance of 15 feet.
The bridge has a clearance of 15 feet.
Grammar Patterns
((to get/receive)) clearance (to get permission) He received security clearance.
((a)) clearance sale (a sale to get rid of stock) The store is having a clearance sale.
((a)) clearance ((of ...)) (an amount of space) The bridge has a clearance of 15 feet.
Similar Words
Synonyms: permission, authorisation, sale, space
Etymology
From 'clear' + the noun-forming suffix '-ance'. It signifies the act or state of clearing.
Memory Tips
Think of 'clearing' the way for something: by giving permission, by selling items to clear shelves, or by having physical space.