Meaning Of The Word Legitimate

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legitimate
adjective: Something that is legitimate is acceptable according to the law.

legitimate in American English
conceived or born of parents legally married to each other
adjective: according to law; lawful
noun
transitive verb: to make lawful or legal; pronounce or state as lawful

legitimate in British English
adjective: born in lawful wedlock; enjoying full filial rights
verb: to make, pronounce, or show to be legitimate

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