LEGISLATE


Meaning of LEGISLATE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ ˈle-jəs-ˌlāt ]

verb

( -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

Merriam-Webster's Collegiate English vocabulary.      Энциклопедический словарь английского языка Merriam Webster.