Word adjective
permitted
adj.
US /pɝˈmɪtɪd/ UK /pəmˈɪtɪd/ per·mit·ted
Definition
- 01 B1 Intermediate
allowed or authorized by a rule, law, or person in charge.
authorized or sanctioned by official regulation or authority.
Simple“Smoking is not permitted anywhere inside the hospital building.”
In context“The maximum permitted speed on this stretch of the motorway is lower than usual due to the ongoing construction work.”
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Level B1 · Intermediate
Frequency Common
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