authority

noun

An authority is a public organization that controls an area or certain activities. (noun)

A corporation that provides bus service in a city is an example of a transit authority.

An authority is a person who is considered an expert in his field. (noun)

A philosophy scholar who publishes books is an example of an authority.

Examples in a sentence:

You must notify the enforcing authority without delay i.e. by telephone.

Capital receipts: money received by the local authority from the transfer of housing stock.

The licensing authority will take over responsibility for granting gaming machine permits from the courts.

Authority various prosecuting authorities, not only the cps, could benefit from such an order.

Competent German authorities are able to give further information about this.

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