legalization

//ˌliːɡəlaɪˈzeɪʃən//
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Noun

legalizationSingular
legalizationsPlural
1

The process or act of making something legal or lawful that was previously prohibited or restricted.

The legalization of same-sex marriage was a historic moment for civil rights.

2

The state or condition of having been made legal.

The legalization of the new policy brought relief to many citizens.