definition of
authorization

[1] #1 authorization n. [mandate, authorisation] a document giving an official instruction or command. wn

[2] #2 authorization n. [authority, authorisation, potency, dominance, say-so] the power or right to give orders or make decisions; "he has the authority to issue warrants"; "deputies are given authorization to make arrests"; "a place of potency in the state". wn

[3] #3 authorization n. [authority, authorisation, sanction] official permission or approval; "authority for the program was renewed several times". wn

[4] #4 authorization n. [authorisation, empowerment] the act of conferring legality or sanction or formal warrant. wn