Looking for the meaning of the word LAWFUL in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of LAWFUL with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Lawful
Speech Type: Adjective
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
ˈlɔːf(ʊ)l
Dialects: British English
Definition:
conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law or rules
Short Definition:conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law or rules
Examples:- it is an offence to carry a weapon in public without lawful authority
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