Lawful Definition & Meaning
lawful
- adjective
- conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent"
- according to custom or rule or natural law
- having a legally established claim; "the legitimate heir"; "the true and lawful king"
- authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law; "a legitimate government"
"Lawful" in song lyrics
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"anne lawful"
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- What does lawful mean?
- conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent" according to custom or rule or natural law having a legally established claim; "the legitimate heir"; "the true and lawful king" authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law; "a legitimate government"
- What part of speech is lawful?
- Lawful is an adjective.
- How many definitions does lawful have?
- Lawful has 4 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).