lic.
Abbreviation with 2 meanings
| Stands for | License |
|---|---|
| Meanings | 2 |
| Categories | Writing & Everyday, Geography & Places |
| Also written | LIC |
lic. has two meanings. It stands for License (everyday) or Long Island City (city and neighborhood).
Meanings of lic. at a glance
| # | lic. stands for | Context |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | License | Writing & Everyday › Everyday |
| 2 | Long Island City | Geography & Places › City and Neighborhood |
1. License
Writing & Everyday · Everyday Abbreviations
Shortens "license" in business listings, signs and forms, as in "Lic. #123456" for a contractor. It indicates official authorization to practice a trade or operate.
Example: Licensed and insured, Lic. #789012; call for a free estimate on roof repairs.
Many US states require contractors, electricians and plumbers to show license numbers in advertising so consumers can verify them with the licensing board. British English spells the noun "licence." The abbreviation also appears as "lic. no." on permits.
2. Long Island City (LIC)
Geography & Places · City and Neighborhood Abbreviations
Queens neighborhood across the East River from Midtown Manhattan, transformed since the 2000s from an industrial waterfront into a district of high-rise apartments. It is not on Long Island in the suburban sense, despite its name.
Example: New towers in LIC offer skyline views of Midtown.
Long Island City was an independent city until it joined New York in 1898, which explains its name. The Pepsi-Cola sign on the waterfront is a designated landmark.
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