sanction
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verbsanc·tionedsanc·tion·ing\-sh(ə-)niŋ\
Definition of SANCTION
transitive verb
1
: to make valid or binding usually by a formal procedure (as ratification)
2
: to give effective or authoritative approval or consent to
— sanc·tion·able \-sh(ə-)nə-bəl\ adjective
Examples of SANCTION
- The government has sanctioned the use of force.
- His actions were not sanctioned by his superiors.
First Known Use of SANCTION
1778
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