approval

 
Pronunciation: /əˈpruːv(ə)l/

noun

[mass noun]
  • the action of approving something: the road schemes have been given approval [count noun]: they have delayed the launch to await project approvals
  • the belief that someone or something is good or acceptable: step-parents need to win a child’s approval

Phrases

on approval

(of goods) supplied on condition that they may be returned if not satisfactory: we would be happy to send you a selection on approval

seal (or stamp) of approval

an official statement or indication that something is accepted or regarded favourably: the minister gave his seal of approval to the project