imprimatur
Pronunciation: [ɪmˌprɪməˈtʊr]
Word
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.
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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.
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What criteria must be met for a book to get an imprimatur from the church?
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