Meaning & Definition of Legally in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: In a way that conforms to the law.

  Example Sentence: The contract was legally binding.

• Definition: According to legal principles or statutes.

  Example Sentence: He was legally entitled to compensation.

Etymology

Origin: From legal + -ly

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• legally binding: Having legal force; enforceable by law.
• legally qualified: Meeting the legal requirements for a position or condition.

Translations

• Spanish: legalmente

• French: légalement

• German: rechtlich

• Russian: законно

Related Words

• legal: Relating to the law.

• lawful: Conforming to, permitted by, or recognized by law.

Slang Meanings of legally

• Meaning: On the up and up

  Example Sentence: Everything about the deal is on the up and up, legally speaking.

• Meaning: All above board

  Example Sentence: Their business practices are all above board and legally sound.