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Definition of credentialing

credentialing

/krəˈdɛn.ʃəl.ɪŋ/
cre · den · tial · ing
Adjective:credentialed
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Past Simple:credentialed
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Past Participle:credentialed
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Present Participle:credentialing
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credentialing Lexical Profile

credentialing Game Scores & Validity

• noun

1

American The process of establishing the qualifications of licensed professionals, organizational members, or institutions by assessing their background, training, and legitimacy.

Example

"The hospital requires all new physicians to complete a rigorous credentialing process before treating patients."

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• verb

1

American To provide someone with official credentials or verify their professional qualifications.

Example

"The medical board is currently credentialing the newly hired surgeons for the upcoming term."

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• Nearby Words

credence
credential
credentialed
credentialing
credentials
credenza
credibility

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Credentialing. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/credentialing
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