Legalize
(verb)
Make something legal.
Origin:
From the word "legal" meaning accordance with the law, this word is used to refer to the action of making something legal or in accordance with the law.
Examples:
- The state voted to legalize marijuana for medical use.
- The government is planning to legalize same-sex marriage.
- The company is working to legalize its business practices.
- The movement to legalize euthanasia is gaining momentum.
- The city council voted to legalize street vending.