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The correct spelling is legal.
How to pronounce legal
/ˈliː.ɡəl/
nounIPA: /ˈliː.ɡəl/
Say it like: Leg-al
The correct spelling is legal. The legal department of a company. For example: "Legal wants this in writing."
Usage Examples
“Legal wants this in writing.”
“legal profession”
“legal precedent”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The legal department of a company.
- 2.Paper in sheets 8½ in × 14 in (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm).
- 3.A spy who is attached to, and ostensibly employed by, an embassy, military outpost, etc.
- 4.Somebody who immigrated lawfully.
adjective
- 1.Relating to the law or to lawyers.
- 2.Having its basis in the law.
- 3.Being allowed or prescribed by law.
- 4.Above the age of consent or the legal drinking age.
- 5.(of paper or document layouts) Measuring 8½ in × 14 in (215.9 mm × 355.6 mm) (also legal-size).
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