license
Translation
licence
Examples
You need a license to drive a car.
You need a licence to drive a car.
The software license is for one computer.
The software licence is for one computer.
Grammar Patterns
((a)) licence ((to-inf)) a permit to do something You need a licence to drive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: permit, certificate, authorization
Etymology
From Latin 'licentia' meaning 'freedom, permission'.
Memory Tips
Note the spelling: 'licence' is the noun in British English, while 'license' is the verb. In American English, 'license' is used for both.