English Dictionary
Definition illegal in British English
illegal
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.
These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
adjective
What are red words?
Around 90% of spoken and written English relies on just 7,500 common words.These words are highlighted in red and are ranked using a star system.
- One-star words are commonly used
- Two-star words are even more common
- Three-star words are the most frequently used
/ɪˈliːɡ(ə)l/
Example
I was charged with illegal possession of firearms.
Example
It's illegal to buy cigarettes in Britain if you're under 16.
Example
It is illegal for employers to discriminate on the grounds of race.
