legal — allowed or required by law
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: allowed or required by law
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈliːɡəl/
Example Sentences
- My grandmother thinks downloading music is illegal, but she downloads cooking recipes like a hacker.
- The legal drinking age varies from country to country.
- He changed his name legally from 'Boring Johnson' to 'Amazing Johnson' - best legal decision ever!
legal
ADJECTIVE[/ˈliːɡəl/]
allowed or required by law
The company made sure its actions were fully legal.
The product met all legal requirements before entering the market. (LAW + ALLOWED = LEGAL)
The eagle flies free, the beagle serves keen, both within legal scene!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin legalis, which itself comes from lex meaning 'law'. In ancient Rome, this term was used to describe all matters pertaining to law and legal affairs, a usage that has persisted to the present day.
Breakdown
lex (law) + -alis (of, relating to, pertaining to)
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother thinks downloading music is illegal, but she downloads cooking recipes like a hacker.”
“The legal drinking age varies from country to country.”
“He changed his name legally from 'Boring Johnson' to 'Amazing Johnson' - best legal decision ever!”
“All employees must receive proper legal training.”
“Is it legal to name your pet goldfish 'President'? Asking for a friend.”
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