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   char·ter

   /ˈCHärdər/

   noun

   • 1. a written grant by a country's legislative or sovereign power, by which a body such as a company, college, or city is founded and its rights and privileges defined: "the town received a charter from the Emperor" Similar authorityauthorizationsanctioncovenantdispensationconsentpermissionsufferanceprerogativeprivilegerighthistorical:droitpermitlicensewarrantwarrantydeedbonddocumentindentureconcessionfranchiseprivilege
   • ▪ a written constitution or description of an organization's functions: "the impending review of the BBC's Charter" Similar constitutioncodecanonbody of lawsystem of rulesfundamental principlesruleslaws
   • 2. the reservation of an aircraft, boat, or bus for private use: "a plane on charter to a multinational company" Similar hirehiringleaseleasingrentrentalrentingbookingreservationreservingdated:engagingengagementrare:bespeaking
   • ▪ an aircraft, boat, or bus that is reserved for private use: "the fifty foot charter Capricorn will join the team"
   • ▪ a trip made by an aircraft, boat, or bus under charter: "he liked to see the boat sparkling clean before each charter"

   verb

   • 1. grant a charter to (a company, college, city, or other body): "the company was chartered in 1864"
   • 2. reserve (an aircraft, boat, or bus) for private use: "he chartered a plane to take him to Paris"

   Word Origin Middle English: from Old French chartre, from Latin chartula, diminutive of charta ‘paper’ (see card1).

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2. www.wordsmyth.netcharter | Dictionaries and vocabulary tools for English language...

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   The meaning of charter. Definition of charter. English dictionary and integrated thesaurus for learners, writers, teachers, and students with advanced, intermediate, and beginner levels.

3. www.law.cornell.edu › wex › chartercharter | Wex | US Law | LII / Legal Information Institute

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   First, a charter can be defined broadly as the highest law of an entity. More specifically: In corporate law, the articles of incorporation. In public law, the instrument by which a municipality is incorporated (e.g., city charter).

4. project-management.com › what-is-a-project-charterWhat is a Project Charter? Complete Guide & Examples

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   Nov 20, 2023 · A project charter, also known as a program charter or project plan, is an official document that defines the project’s goals, scope, and stakeholders, while providing a clear outline to align understanding and set expectations for all parties involved.

5. www.projectmanager.com › blog › project-charterHow to Write a Project Charter: Examples & Template Included

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   Sep 24, 2024 · Typically, the project charter is written at the beginning of a project, during the initiation phase and before stakeholder alignment is needed. At this point, the project is formally defined and authorized, and the project charter can help provide information about the project’s purpose.

6. superworks.com › project-charterProject Charter a Comprehensive Guide to of Managers

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   Oct 4, 2024 · project charter is a high-level document that formally authorizes a project. It outlines key details, including the project’s objectives, scope, stakeholders, and budget. The primary purpose of a project role charter is to secure project approval from key stakeholders and provide a foundation for the project team to start work.

7. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Royal_charterRoyal charter - Wikipedia

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   Royal charter. Charter granted by King George IV in 1827, establishing King's College, Toronto, now the University of Toronto. Coloured engraving by H. D. Smith, commemorating the grant of a charter in 1829 to King's College, London. Part of the Politics series.

8. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › charter memberCharter member Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   Sep 27, 2024 · The meaning of CHARTER MEMBER is an original member of a group (such as a society or corporation).