authorize
/ˈɔːθəraɪz/
verb
- To give official permission for something to happen or for someone to do something.
- Only the principal can authorize a field trip for the class.
- The manager must authorize any overtime work.
- The bank authorized the transfer of funds to your account.
- To give someone the power or right to act in a certain way.
- My parents authorized me to use their credit card for emergencies.
- The law authorizes the police to arrest suspects with a warrant.
- The contract authorizes the agent to sign documents on behalf of the company.