Legal
(adjective)
- Relating to the law, or to the profession of law.
- Conforming to the law, or to the rules and regulations of a particular profession or activity.
- Permissible or recognized by law.
Origin:
Late middle english: from old french, or from latin legalis, from lex, leg- "law".
Examples:
- He is a legal representative.
- She is a legal secretary.
- The legal drinking age is 21.
- It is legal to vote at 18.
- The legal limit for blood alcohol content is .08.