visa
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1vi·sa

noun \ˈvē-zə also -sə\

Definition of VISA

1
: an endorsement made on a passport by the proper authorities denoting that it has been examined and that the bearer may proceed
2
: a signature of formal approval by a superior upon a document

Origin of VISA

French, from Latin, neuter plural of visus, past participle
First Known Use: 1831

2visa

transitive verb
vi·saed \-zəd, -səd\ vi·sa·ing \-zə-iŋ, -sə-\

Definition of VISA

: to give a visa to (a passport)

First Known Use of VISA

circa 1847

Rhymes with VISA

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