license, licence (EN)

noun, verb

noun “license”

1. an official document that gives permission to do or own something
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   She finally received her license to practice medicine after years of study.
2. the agreement that specifies how something can be used, especially software
   Before installing the program, you must agree to the license.
3. (US) a card or document that permits someone to drive a vehicle; a driver's license
   The teenager was excited to get his license on his 16th birthday.
4. (formal) freedom to express whatever you want
   The filmmaker took artistic license in adapting the novel for the screen.
5. excessive freedom that leads to disregard for rules
   Without proper guidance, freedom turned into license, and discipline broke down.

verb “license”

1. to give official permission for someone to do or own something
   The government licenses new drivers after they pass the test.
2. to grant permission to use something, especially intellectual property
   The company licensed its software to several other firms.