Chinese
shòuquán
Meaning: to authorize; to empower; to delegate
Part of Speech: Verb

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Example sentences

這項協議需要獲得董事會的授權。
这项协议需要获得董事会的授权。
This agreement requires authorization from the board of directors.
「未經授權使用他人的作品屬於侵權行為。」
Using others' works without authorization constitutes an act of infringement.
任何未經授權的飛機侵入領空都將被攔截。
Any unauthorized aircraft intruding into the airspace will be intercepted.

Usage Notes

Refers to the act of giving someone the power or right to do something.

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