regularly-permitted
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/ˈrɛɡjələrli pərˈmɪtɪd/
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/ˈrɛɡjʊləli pəˈmɪtɪd/
(permit)
allow or authorize
Etymology
Etymology Information
'permit' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'permittere,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'mittere' meant 'to send.'
Historical Evolution
'permittere' transformed into the Old French word 'permettre,' and eventually became the modern English word 'permit' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to allow to pass through,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to allow or authorize.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
allowed or authorized to occur or be done on a regular basis.
The event is regularly-permitted by the local authorities.
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Last updated: 2025/07/05 08:37