Outlaw Definition & Meaning

outlaw
adjective
  1. contrary to or forbidden by law; "an illegitimate seizure of power"; "illicit trade"; "an outlaw strike"; "unlawful measures"
  2. disobedient to or defiant of law; "lawless bands roaming the plains"
noun
  1. someone who has committed a crime or has been legally convicted of a crime
verb
  1. declare illegal; outlaw; "Marijuana is criminalized in the U.S."

"Outlaw" in song lyrics

See how outlaw is used in real songs:

  • "Thuggin' for my family, I've been an outlaw"
    Big Mike f/ The Outlawz — How You Want It
  • "Because I'm a outlaw, because I'm a outlaw"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Soul Survivor Flow
  • "I'm a Mobstyle, outlaw"
    Boss Hogg Outlawz — Rollin'

Words that rhyme with outlaw

Usage tips for "outlaw"

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