admission · noun /ədˈmɪʃ.ən/Full view
admission (MONEY)
B1 U the money that you pay to enter a place or an event
Dictionary examples:

Art exhibition - free admission.

They are charging more for admission to the festival this year.

Learner example:

We believe that [this] is a great opportunity because [it] is one of the best shows of the year, and the best part is that the admission is free for students. (First Certificate in English; B2; Greek)

admission (PERMISSION)
B2 C or U when someone is given permission to enter somewhere or to become a member of a club, university, etc.
Dictionary example:

She's applied for admission to law school.

Learner example:

I was wondering whether you could send me some information [about] the rules of admission to the club. (First Certificate in English; B2; Polish)

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