clearance

Definitions

The action of removing obstructions, waste, or unwanted items from a space.

The distance or space between two objects, allowing for safe passage or movement.

Official authorization or permission to access restricted information or areas.

Examples

The store is holding a massive clearance sale to make room for new inventory.

You will need security clearance to access the restricted files in the server room.

The truck driver checked the bridge height to ensure there was enough clearance for his vehicle.

Synonyms

authorization permission approval consent sanction allowance discharge

Antonyms

denial refusal prohibition obstruction blockage accumulation retention