legal
Translation
legal, lawful
Examples
It is not legal to drive without a licence.
It is not legal to drive without a license.
She sought legal advice from a lawyer.
She sought legal advice from a lawyer.
Grammar Patterns
((to be)) legal ((to do sth.)) to be permitted by law to do something. It is legal to do that.
legal ((noun)) relating to the law. He needs legal advice.
Similar Words
Synonyms: lawful, licit; Antonyms: illegal, unlawful
Etymology
From Latin 'legalis', from 'lex' meaning 'law'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'legislature' or 'legislation' – all related to the law.