legally

Everyday

1. Legally means in a way that is allowed by the law. tree →
2. Legally also means according to the law, from the law's point of view (legally, the land belongs to the city). tree →

In the lessons

In citizenship lessons and everyday life, there are ages when you can legally do things, like drive or vote, and these differ by country. Parking legally, crossing legally at crossings and downloading music legally are everyday examples. Phrases: legally allowed, legally required, legally responsible, legally binding.

Examples

• You can only legally drive when you have a licence. tree →
• Wearing a seatbelt in a car is legally required. tree →
• Download music legally from proper stores. tree →
• Parents are legally responsible for their young children. tree →
• Legally, the park belongs to the town. tree →
• She parked legally in the car park. tree →

Note

Adverb from «legal» + -ly (double l: legally). Opposite: illegally. Do not confuse with «loyally». Laws differ between countries and states.