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lawful

Definition of lawful

Etymology

    From law + -ful.

Pronunciation

  • IPA: /ˈlɔːfəl/
  • Rhymes: -ɔːfəl

Adjective

lawful (comparative more lawful, superlative most lawful)

  1. Conforming to, permitted by, or recognised by law or rules.

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