issuance

noun

is·​su·​ance ˈi-shə-wən(t)s 

-shü-ən(t)s

1

: issue sense 2b

2

: issue sense 6

Synonyms

• distribution
• allocation

Examples of issuance in a Sentence

the issuance of a search warrant

the issuance of an instruction sheet to each member of the class

Recent Examples on the Web

This can then unlock broader access through fractional tickets, faster issuance and settlement, and an audit trail that reduces dispute costs. —Juan Arroyo, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025

Because of this, our confidence on the issuance of further advisories this week is low. —Joe Edwards, MSNBC Newsweek, 8 Sep. 2025

Such a proposal could face significant pushback not only from civil rights groups but from gun rights organizations, which have historically been resistant to the issuance of any regulations restricting people's access to firearms. —Alexander Mallin, ABC News, 4 Sep. 2025

Since then, new information and analysis have become available, including the issuance of nine additional certificates since February 2024. —Dan Goodin, ArsTechnica, 4 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Kids Definition

issuance

noun

is·​su·​ance ˈish-u̇-wən(t)s 

: the act of issuing especially officially

Legal Definition

issuance

noun

is·​su·​ance ˈi-shü-əns 

: the act or an instance of issuing

the issuance of the injunction was upheld