Meaning Of The Word Sanction

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What's The Definition Of Sanction?

sanction
verb: If someone in authority sanctions an action or practice, they officially approve of it and allow it to be done.

sanction in American English
the act of a recognized authority confirming or ratifying an action; authorized approval or permission
to give sanction to
noun: authoritative permission or approval, as for an action
transitive verb: to authorize, approve, or allow

sanction in British English
to give authority to; permit
noun: final permission; authorization

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