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Definition of legally adverb from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

legally

adverb
 
/ˈliːɡəli/
 
/ˈliːɡəli/
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  1. in a way that is connected with the law
    • a legally binding agreement
    • to be legally responsible for somebody/something
    • Legally, there is not a lot we can do.
    • It’s an important case both legally and politically.
  2. in a way that is allowed or required by law
    • You are legally entitled to a full refund.
    • The volume of gold that is smuggled is far greater than that sold legally.
    Topics Permission and obligationb1, Law and justiceb1
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