Definition

To give someone a new license or to renew an existing license.

Example

The company decided to relicense the software to comply with new regulations.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Hey, do you know how to relicense my old software?

I think you just need to visit their website and follow the instructions.

That sounds simple enough; I hope it doesn’t take long to relicense it.

It usually only takes a few minutes if you have your information ready.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Relicense → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "license" (from Latin "licentia", meaning freedom or permission). The word "relicense" means to grant permission again or to renew a license.

Memory Tip

Think of getting permission 'again' ('re-') — that's why relicense means to renew a license.

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