driver's license

Noun

driver's license (plural driver's licenses)

1. (US) A document issued to a specific person by a government authority, permitting this person to drive one or more classes of motor vehicle on public roads and highways. As the licence generally has a photograph of the licensee, it is generally used as an identification document, and may be required when making credit purchases, cashing checks, applying for employment etc.

See also

• learner's permit