issuance

noun

is·​su·​ance ˈi-shə-wən(t)s How to pronounce issuance (audio)
-shü-ən(t)s

Examples of issuance in a Sentence

the issuance of a search warrant the issuance of an instruction sheet to each member of the class
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This regulatory category involves rigorous clinical testing, precise dosing, and general-use medical prescriptions authorization by a qualified general-use medical practitioner licensed in the jurisdiction of issuance. Robert Hoban, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2025 Along with following through on the campaign promise to conduct the most considerable mass deportation effort in history, the Trump administration has targeted changes to the issuance of visas in the name of protecting Americans or national interests. Devan Patel, Mercury News, 31 July 2025 Those two lawsuits were placed on hold pending the issuance of the new EIS. Debra Utacia Krol, AZCentral.com, 30 July 2025 The issuance of the court's ruling means the wind-down of TPS for Afghans and Cameroonians can move forward, although some affected migrants may seek asylum or other legal remedies to remain in the United States. Jordan King, MSNBC Newsweek, 22 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for issuance

Word History

First Known Use

1863, in the meaning defined at sense 2

Time Traveler
The first known use of issuance was in 1863

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“Issuance.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/issuance. Accessed 5 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

issuance

noun
is·​su·​ance ˈish-u̇-wən(t)s How to pronounce issuance (audio)
: the act of issuing especially officially

Legal Definition

issuance

noun
is·​su·​ance ˈi-shü-əns How to pronounce issuance (audio)
: the act or an instance of issuing
the issuance of the injunction was upheld
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