/ˈliːɡəl/
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Translation
Allowed by the law; or to do with the law.
Word origin
From Latin legalis, from lex, meaning law.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- legalis
- English cognates
- loyal, legislation
Examples
seventeen.
"Legal" means the law allows it.
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Here "legal" means help with the law.
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"Legal" copies are made with permission.
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