approval noun [ U ] (GOOD OPINION)
on approval
› If you buy something on approval, you can return it without payment if it is not satisfactory.
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- The new reforms have not met with considerable public approval.
- Unfortunately the arrangements did not meet with Lady Margaret's approval.
- When he came back on stage, the delighted audience were quick to show their approval.
- She is an anxious little child who is always looking for approval from those around her.
- It's an impressive design, but it probably won't receive much popular approval.
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approval noun [ U ] (PERMISSION)
B2 official permission:
The project has now received approval from the government.
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- We plan to go on Wednesday, subject to your approval.
- The developers submitted building plans to the council for approval.
- My plans are ripening - now all I need is official approval.
- The government has given the proposal its seal of approval.
- I trust the arrangements will meet with the committee's approval.
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