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unlawful

Definition of unlawful

Pronunciation

  • Rhymes: -ɔːfəl

Adjective

unlawful (comparative more unlawful, superlative most unlawful)

  1. Prohibited. Not permitted by law, may refer to civil or criminal law (see illegal).

    He was charged with unlawful use of a car.

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