ライセンス
Meanings
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A general term for an official permit, certification, or authorization, often used in contexts like software, driving, or business.
You need a license to use this software.
A driver's license is a kind of license.
Usage patterns
- ライセンスを取得するto obtain a license
You need to obtain a license to use the new software.
- ライセンスを更新するto renew a license
You have to renew the license every year.
- ライセンスが切れるfor a license to expire
His license expired last month.
- 〈人〉にライセンスを与えるto grant someone a license
The company granted a license to its partner firm.