1. plural of license; official permits or documents giving legal permission to do something

1. third person singular present of license; grants official permission or authority to someone

Examples

• All drivers must carry their licenses while operating vehicles.
• The restaurant needed multiple licenses to serve alcohol.
• She licenses her artwork to greeting card companies.
• The state licenses medical professionals after they pass exams.
• Business licenses must be renewed annually.
• The company licenses its software to other developers.
• Fishing licenses are required in most states.
• The agency licenses new radio stations.