Definition

A person who has been given permission to do something, usually through an official document called a permit.

Example

The permittee must follow all the rules outlined in the permit.

Conversation

Did you hear that Jake finally got his permit?

Yeah, I did! He's now a permittee for the new project.

That's awesome! I hope he enjoys the responsibility that comes with it.

For sure! Being a permittee can be a big deal.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Permittee → It is formed from "permit" (from Latin "permittere", meaning to allow or let through) and "-ee" (a suffix used to indicate a person who receives an action). The word "permittee" refers to a person who is granted permission or allowed to do something.

Memory Tip

Think of someone who has been 'allowed' ('permit') to do something, and the '-ee' indicates that this person is the one receiving that permission.

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