Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
grant-a-right
verb
/ɡrænt ə raɪt/
Definition
To officially give or allow someone a specific entitlement or permission based on legal or procedural authority.
Examples
- The city council decided to grant a right to citizens for free public transportation.
- Once the application was approved, the organization will grant a right of way to the developers.
- After reviewing the case, the court will grant a right to the defendants.
Meaning
The act of providing a person or group with a certain right or privilege that they can exercise or claim.
Synonyms
- authorize
- bestow
- allow
- enable
- permit
