Legalize

Pronunciation: /ˈliːɡəˌlaɪz/

Legalize (verb)

  1. To change a rule so an activity is allowed by law.
  2. To remove legal limits on something, so people can do it legally.
  3. To give official legal status to an action, document, or practice.

Examples

  • The council will legalize the new rules next year.
  • They legalize the practice to reduce unfair treatment.