Looking for the meaning of the word SANCTIONING in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SANCTIONING with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Sanction
Speech Type: Verb
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈsaŋ(k)ʃn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
give official permission or approval for (an action)
Short Definition:give official permission or approval for
Examples:- the scheme was sanctioned by the court
Definition:
impose a sanction or penalty on
Short Definition:impose sanction or penalty on
Examples:- foreigners in France illegally should be sent home, their employers sanctioned and border controls tightened up
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