LEGISLATE


Meaning of LEGISLATE in English

v.

Pronunciation: ' le-j ə s- ˌ l ā t

Function: verb

Inflected Form: -lat · ed ; -lat · ing

Etymology: back-formation from legislator

Date: 1805

intransitive verb : to perform the function of legislation specifically : to make or enact laws

transitive verb : to mandate, establish, or regulate by or as if by legislation

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