Associations to the word «Lawful»

Wiktionary

LAWFUL, adjective. Conforming to, or recognised by law or rules.
LAWFUL INTERCEPTION, noun. Wiretapping
LAWFUL INTERCEPTIONS, noun. Plural of lawful interception

Dictionary definition

LAWFUL, adjective. Conformable to or allowed by law; "lawful methods of dissent".
LAWFUL, adjective. According to custom or rule or natural law.
LAWFUL, adjective. Having a legally established claim; "the legitimate heir"; "the true and lawful king".
LAWFUL, adjective. Authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law; "a legitimate government".

Wise words

A word is not a crystal, transparent and unchanged; it is the skin of a living thought and may vary greatly in color and content according to the circumstances and time in which it is used.
Oliver Wendell Holmes, Jr.