licensed
/ˈlaɪsənst/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
Having been issued with a licence (by the required authority).
Adjective
Examples
Only licensed exterminators can purchase rat poison in this state.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
Having been issued with a licence (by the required authority). — Allowed to sell alcohol.
Adjective
Examples
The opening hours of licensed premises are restricted to prevent all-night drinking.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “licensed” mean?
Having been issued with a licence (by the required authority).
Is “licensed” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.