permission

noun
UK /pəˈmɪʃ.ən/
US /pɚˈmɪʃ.ən/

When someone says it is okay for you to do something.

You need permission from your teacher to leave the classroom.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. An official document or statement that allows you to do something.

She got permission to park in the staff lot.

3. The act of allowing something to happen.

The city gave permission for the new park to be built.

4. A formal authorization from someone in charge.

He asked his manager for permission to work from home.