adj
licit
Licit (adj) means not forbidden by formal or informal rules.
adj
1
Not forbidden by formal or informal rules.
2
Explicitly established or constituted by law.
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Etymology
From Latin licitus (“lawful”), perfect participle of licet (“[it] is permitted”, impersonal verb).
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What is the meaning of licit?
"licit" (adj) means not forbidden by formal or informal rules.
What are the different meanings of licit?
"licit" has 2 main meanings: 1. Not forbidden by formal or informal rules; 2. Explicitly established or constituted by law.