Outlawed Definition & Meaning

outlawed
adjective
  1. contrary to or forbidden by law; "an illegitimate seizure of power"; "illicit trade"; "an outlaw strike"; "unlawful measures"

"Outlawed" in song lyrics

See how outlawed is used in real songs:

  • "Raw, guns and gats, it's so bad it needs to be outlawed"
    Reef the Lost Cauze — Give it Up
  • "atc outlawed"
    AOL — AOL
  • "three wheelers outlawed"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "outlawed"

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