Dictionary entryCEFR B1adjective

illegal

IPA pronunciation: /ɪˈliːɡəl/

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Russian meaning

незаконный

English definition

Forbidden by law or rules.

Example

It is illegal to park your car in front of the fire station.

Collocations

illegal activity
illegal drugs
illegal immigration
illegal to do something

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