Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
to give someone the green light
idiomatic expression
/tə ɡɪv ˈsʌmˌwʌn ðə ɡriːn laɪt/
Definition
To give someone permission to proceed with a project or action.
Examples
- After reviewing the proposal, the manager gave the team the green light to start the project.
- We can’t begin the renovations until the landlord gives us the green light.
Meaning
It signifies approval or authorization for someone to continue with a particular task or plan.
Synonyms
- approve
- authorize
- allow
- permit
