legal
/ˈliː.ɡəl//ˈliɡəl/
noun
- 1
The legal department of a company.
“Legal wants this in writing.”
- 2
Paper in sheets 8½ in × 14 in (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm).
- 3
A spy who is attached to, and ostensibly employed by, an embassy, military outpost, etc.
- 4
Somebody who immigrated lawfully.
Antonyms
adjective
- 1
Relating to the law or to lawyers.
“legal profession”
- 2
Having its basis in the law.
“legal precedent”
- 3
Being allowed or prescribed by law.
“legal motion”
- 4
Above the age of consent or the legal drinking age.
- 5
(of paper or document layouts) Measuring 8½ in × 14 in (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm) (also legal-size).
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