verb
to change the law so that something is allowed
The state voted to legalize recreational marijuana.
Common phrases & grammar
legalize marijuana · legalize same-sex marriage
American English
How to pronounce legalizes
verbB2
LEEguhlaizihz
/ˈli.gə.ˌlaɪ.zɪz/
4 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Related entry: legalize
to change the law so that something is allowed
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