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charter

Definition

  • noun: a document issued by a government that gives rights to a person or group
  • noun: a written instrument or contract (as a deed) executed in due form
  • verb: to establish, enable, or convey by charter
  • verb: to give a charter to (a government, corporation, etc.)
  • synonyms: deed, privilege, hirer

Examples

  • The 'charter' allows for unrestricted trading.

  • The city was 'chartered' in 1837.

  • The team 'chartered' a plane.

Movie quotes

  • (..) roll up your sleeves A man's got to do what a man's got to do. Please. I was thinking about a trip abroad. Right. We mostly do charter deals, but we also offer city tours ski trips, biking tours... Maybe some place warm and sunny. Sure. Hello! (..)
    2015 Virgin Mountain