permits
verb / nounUK /pəˈmɪts/
US /pərˈmɪts/
Lets someone do something.
The teacher permits us to read after lunch.
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OTHER MEANINGS
2. Official papers that say you may do something.
You need a permit to park here.
3. Gives the chance for something to happen.
The sunny weather permits a picnic today.
4. Allows something to be done in a certain way.
The rules permit visitors to stay until six.