enabling

[ en-ey-bling ]

adjective

, Law.

1. conferring additional legal powers or capacities, especially by removing a barrier to action, suspending required permission, or relaxing oversight: enabling power.

   an enabling act;

   enabling power.

Word History and Origins

Origin of enabling¹

First recorded in 1670–80; enable + -ing ²

Example Sentences

Your cells communicate with each other, enabling your different parts to function as one team.

From Science Daily

This indicates that the model has derived a set of corresponding rules similar to those used by radiologists, enabling it to produce more reliable results during clinical implementation.

From Science Daily

By enabling a more precise analysis of human cells, this new system will provide an alternative to animal models often used for the study of skin biology and disease.

From Science Daily

Use of the missiles, capable of targeting military facilities deep inside Russia, could complicate Russia’s efforts, enabling Ukraine to hold onto this valuable bargaining chip ahead of any possible peace talks next year.

From BBC

The US authorisation will also have a further knock-on effect: enabling the UK and France to grant Ukraine permission to use Storm Shadow missiles inside Russia.

From BBC

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