licensed premises (english) - meaning, definition, translation, pronunciation

Part of Speech

Noun Phrase

Phonetic Transcription

/ˈlaɪsənst ˈprɛmɪsɪz/

Meaning and Usage

"Licensed premises" refers to establishments that have obtained a license to sell alcoholic beverages. This term is commonly used in legal and regulatory contexts, especially when discussing the hospitality industry, law enforcement, and public health regulations. The frequency of use is quite specialized, making it more common in written contexts, such as legal documents and reports, rather than in casual oral speech.

Example Sentences

1. The new regulations require all licensed premises to undergo an inspection before the holiday season.

2. Новые правила требуют, чтобы все лицензированные заведения прошли инспекцию перед праздничным сезоном.

3. The municipality has decided to limit the number of licensed premises in the area to reduce noise complaints.

4. Муниципалитет решил ограничить количество лицензированных заведений в районе, чтобы уменьшить количество жалоб на шум.

5. Licensed premises are responsible for ensuring that alcohol is served only to patrons of legal drinking age.

6. Лицензированные заведения несут ответственность за обеспечение того, чтобы алкоголь подавали только клиентам старше законного возраста.

Idiomatic Expressions

"Licensed premises" is generally a straightforward term and does not frequently appear in idiomatic expressions. However, it relates closely to several legal phrases and terms in the context of alcohol sales and regulation. Here are a few relevant idiomatic expressions that involve the theme of licensing and establishments:

1. "On the books" - Referring to being legally recognized, such as having a valid license.
2. All the licensed premises in this town are on the books and comply with local laws.

3. Все лицензированные заведения в этом городке зарегистрированы и соответствуют местным законам.

4. "Under the influence" - Often discussed in relation to licensed premises and their responsibility for patrons.

5. Bars must ensure that customers do not leave their licensed premises under the influence.

6. Бары должны следить за тем, чтобы клиенты не покидали их лицензированные заведения в нетрезвом состоянии.

7. "Serving it up" - Used when discussing the operation of licensed premises.

8. The local pub has been serving it up since 1950 as a licensed premises.

9. Местный паб работает с 1950 года как лицензированное заведение.

10. "License to thrill" - While not directly related, it can humorously denote establishments that create exciting environments under their license.

11. Some nightclubs consider their ambiance a license to thrill customers while serving alcoholic beverages.
12. Некоторые клубы считают свою атмосферу лицензией на возбуждение клиентов, предлагая алкогольные напитки.

Etymology

The term "licensed" comes from the Latin word licentia, meaning "freedom" or "permission." It transitioned through Middle English as "licence." The word "premises" traces back to the Latin praemissa meaning "something put before" which evolved in English to describe a location or establishment.

Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms

• Licensed establishments
• Alcohol-serving venues
• Bar and restaurant (in specific contexts)

Antonyms

• Unlicensed premises
• Illegal establishments
• Unauthorized venues