Legal
Example: Legal requirements guide system implementation
Definition
"Legal" refers to anything related to the law or authorized by law. It involves rules, regulations, or requirements that must be followed or are recognized by the judicial system, such as in the phrase 'Legal requirements guide system implementation.'
Etymology
The word "legal" originates from the Latin word 'legalis,' meaning 'pertaining to the law.' It entered English through Old French 'legal,' reflecting matters governed by law. Did you know? The root 'lex' in Latin means 'law,' which is the foundation for many law-related words.
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"Legal" appears in the Vocaplus list "English - General - (B2) - set 2", containing 112 commonly used words.
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