licensed
adjective
li·censed
ˈlī-sᵊn(t)st 
: having a valid license required to engage in a particular business, occupation, or activity
licensed drivers
a licensed cosmetologist
A licensed anesthesiologist must always be in the facility, though, depending on the procedure, not necessarily in the room with the patient.—
Barbara M. Swanson
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Embark on a wildlife tour with a licensed guide to enjoy hikes that reach impressive waterfalls (like Haew Suwat Waterfall from The Beach) and finish with a night safari in search of elusive animals.
—Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
Rhonda Ryan is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 35 years of experience working with families experiencing a health crisis.
—Friends Of Karen, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Given your location in Gardena, California, consider partnering with a local licensed cannabis lounge that complies with the new regulations.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
The college later called in licensed electronics experts to help in the search, Hicks said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2025
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Nicole Kliest, Vogue, 2 Mar. 2025
Rhonda Ryan is a licensed clinical social worker with more than 35 years of experience working with families experiencing a health crisis.
—Friends Of Karen, Forbes, 1 Mar. 2025
Given your location in Gardena, California, consider partnering with a local licensed cannabis lounge that complies with the new regulations.
—Matt Rozo, The Mercury News, 28 Feb. 2025
The college later called in licensed electronics experts to help in the search, Hicks said.
—Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 27 Feb. 2025
See All Example Sentences for licensed
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“Licensed.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/licensed. Accessed 13 Mar. 2025.
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