Autorizar
Example: El jefe autorizó el uso del coche para el viaje.
Definition
"Autorizar" means to give official permission or approval for someone to do something. It involves granting the right or power to carry out an action, such as allowing the use of an item or the execution of a task within a formal or legal context.
Etymology
The word "autorizar" comes from the Latin word 'auctor' meaning 'author' or 'originator.' It evolved through Old French 'autoriser' before entering Spanish. Did you know? "Autorizar" originally implied conferring authority from someone with power, reflecting its roots in granting official rights.
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"Autorizar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 5", containing 113 commonly used words.
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