lawfully-transferred
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/ˈlɔːfəli ˈtrænsfərd/
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/ˈlɔːfəli ˈtrænsfɜːd/
legally moved
Etymology
Etymology Information
'lawfully-transferred' originates from the combination of 'lawfully' and 'transferred', where 'lawfully' means 'in accordance with the law' and 'transferred' means 'moved from one place to another'.
Historical Evolution
'lawfully-transferred' combines the Old English 'lagu' meaning 'law' and the Latin 'transferre' meaning 'to carry across'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'moved in accordance with the law', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
legally moved or conveyed from one person or entity to another.
The property was lawfully-transferred to the new owner.
Synonyms
legally-transferredrightfully-transferred
Antonyms
Last updated: 2025/07/19 13:45