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imprimatur

Pronunciation: [ɪmˌprɪməˈtʊr]

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Learn how to use imprimatur in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “authorization”

(noun) a formal approval or permission to publish something. It's like getting a special stamp of approval that says it's okay to share or print something.

Example

The book received an imprimatur from the editor, so it was ready to be published.

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Without an imprimatur, the article shouldn't be shared publicly.

Example

Did the new report get an imprimatur before being distributed?

Context: “religion”

(noun) a specific kind of approval from the church or a religious authority. This means they've looked at something and agreed that it's acceptable according to their beliefs.

Example

The scholar was proud to receive the imprimatur for his work on the church's teachings.

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He knew that his research wouldn't receive an imprimatur due to its controversial nature.

Example

What criteria must be met for a book to get an imprimatur from the church?

How to pronounce imprimatur

Pronunciation: [ɪmˌprɪməˈtʊr]

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