outlaw
noun
- 1
A fugitive from the law.
- 2
(history) A criminal who is excluded from normal legal rights; one who can be killed at will without legal penalty.
- 3
A person who operates outside established norms.
“The main character in the play was a bit of an outlaw who refused to shake hands or say thank you.”
- 4
A wild horse.
- 5
An in-law: a relative by marriage.
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One who would be an in-law except that the marriage-like relationship is unofficial.
- 7
A prostitute who works alone, without a pimp.
verb
- 1
To declare illegal.
- 2
To place a ban upon.
- 3
To remove from legal jurisdiction or enforcement.
“to outlaw a debt or claim”
- 4
To deprive of legal force.
“Laws outlawed by necessity. — Fuller.”
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