Definitions

1. verb

to give official permission for something to happen or be done

“The manager will authorize the project once it meets the budget requirements.”

2. verb

to give someone official permission to do something

“She authorized her assistant to sign the contract on her behalf.”

3. noun

the act of giving official permission for something to happen or be done

“Obtaining the necessary authorization will take some time.”

4. noun

official permission to do something

“The company needs a special authorization to export the goods.”