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consent

/kən'sent/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does consent mean?

noun, verb

The act of giving permission or agreement to something; a person's agreement to something, especially when they have the right to refuse.

Example

"She gave her consent for the surgery after discussing the risks with her doctor."

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