simple past tense and past participle of legalize

The state of being legal, or within the law.

A school of thought, originating in ancient China during the Warring States period and officially adopted during the Qin dynasty, advocating rule of law as key to ensuring social stability.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of legalize

present participle of legalize

As permitted by law; not contrary to law. / From a legal perspective.

To make legal or permit under law. Either by decriminalising something that has been illegal or by specifically permitting it.

Lawfulness. / A dice game; the same as chuck-a-luck.

Focusing on the text of written law to the exclusion of the intent of law, elevating strict adherence to law over justice, mercy, grace and common sense.

plural of legalization