Pronunciation

/ˈliːɡəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Pertaining to law or the administration of justice; authorized by law; according to the law. For example: “The legal drinking age in this country is 21.”
• Noun: A person qualified to practice law; a lawyer. For instance: “She hired a top legal expert to represent her case.”

Phrases

• “Legal advice” refers to guidance provided by a qualified lawyer about legal rights and responsibilities.
• “Legal action” denotes taking legal steps, such as filing a lawsuit, to resolve a dispute.
• “Legal document” is any written instrument that has legal significance, like contracts, deeds, or wills.
• “Within the legal framework” means operating within the bounds of the law.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “This contract is legally binding on both parties.”
• Noun: “He decided to consult with his legal team before making a decision.”

Synonyms

• Lawful
• Statutory
• Authorized
• Permissible
• Valid (for the adjective sense)
• Lawyer
• Attorney
• Barrister (for the noun sense)