Definitions
1.VerbTo allow (something) to happen, to give permission for. .mw-parser-output .defdate{font-size:smaller}
2.VerbTo allow (someone) to do something; to give permission to.
3.VerbTo allow for, to make something possible.
4.VerbTo allow, to admit (of).
5.VerbTo grant formal authorization for (something)."The Building Department permitted that project last week."
6.VerbTo attempt to obtain or succeed in obtaining formal authorization for (something)."We've been busy permitting the State Street development."
7.VerbTo hand over, resign (something to someone).
8.NounAn artifact or document rendering something allowed or legal."A construction permit can be obtained from the town offices.; Go over to the park office and get a permit for the #3 shelter."
9.NounA learner's permit.
10.NounFormal permission.
11.NounA pompano of the species Trachinotus falcatus.