Usage Note
Autorisation is the formal act of granting permission, often in writing; demander une autorisation means to apply for a permit. It is closely related to the verb autoriser (to authorize) and the adjective autorisé (authorized/permitted). In everyday speech it is often shortened in concept to permission, but autorisation carries a more official weight.
Examples
"Il faut une autorisation pour entrer."
Natural Translation
You need authorization to enter.

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