n.
1.a legal document giving official permission to do something
2.the act of giving a formal (usually written) authorization
3.large game fish permit v.
1.consent to, give permission
2.make it possible through a specific action or lack of action for something to happen
3.allow the presence of or allow (an activity) without opposing or prohibiting
Idiom of the Day
tip the balance
to have important or decisive influence, to decide something
The man's ability to speak French tipped the balance in his favor to get the job at the embassy.