ilegal
[i.le.ˈɡaw (Portuguese) / i.ˈli.ɡəl (English)]
adjectivepl: ilegais
illegal
1. contrary to or forbidden by law
The possession of drugs is illegal in most countries.
A posse de drogas é ilegal na maioria dos países.
2. not authorized or permitted by official rules
Parking here is illegal without a permit.
Estacionar aqui é ilegal sem permissão.
3. relating to immigrants who have entered a country without legal authorization
The government is cracking down on illegal immigration.
O governo está reprimindo a imigração ilegal.
NYC Slang
against the law, unlawful
Related Idioms & Phrases
atividade ilegal - illegal activity
mercado ilegal - black market
entrada ilegal - illegal entry
trabalho ilegal - under-the-table work
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