L clearance

noun

A security clearance issued by the United States Department of Energy, allowing civilian access to nuclear-related materials, but less rigorous than a Q clearance.

Meanings

nounL clearance (plural L clearances)

plural L clearances

  1. USA security clearance issued by the United States Department of Energy, allowing civilian access to nuclear-related materials, but less rigorous than a Q clearance.
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APA

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Chicago

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