licensure

li·cen·sure

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Definitions of licensure word

noun licensure the granting of licenses, especially to engage in professional practice. 1
noun licensure The granting or regulation of licenses, as for professionals. 1
noun licensure authorization to practice a profession 1
noun licensure authorization to practice a profession 1
noun licensure authorization to practice a profession 1
noun licensure the act of conferring a licence, esp one that permits the practice of a profession 0

before 1840

One of the 33% newest English words

First recorded in 1840-50; license + -ure

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 78% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

Most Europeans know this English word. The frequency of it’s usage is somewhere between "mom" and "screwdriver".

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