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it means that it is unlawful, many years ago when a child was born to a woman who was not married, the child was called an "illigitimate child" this had such shame attached to it that during the 70's this term was done away with.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoIllegitimacy is the state of being illegitimate, which means; not lawfully begotten; born out of wedlock; contrary to law of accepted forms of use; irregular; improper; illogical; contrary to logic; unsound.
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What does illegitimate child mean?
An illegitimate child is a child that is born to a couple that is not married.
What does the greek term tyrannos mean?
It means "illegitimate ruler."
What does illegitamate mean?
If a child is illegitimate, it means their parents are not legally married.
What does the prefix fitz mean in a name?
In the middle ages it was often used to mean 'illegitimate son of a prince'
What does Kylar mean?
Kylar is an illegitimate, made up name, therefore it has no meaning.
What are words that start with IL but mean not?
Illegal, illegitimate, illiterate and illogical are words that mean not. They begin with the letters IL.
What is the opposite of legitimate?
Illegitimate or unlawful.
How legitimate is illegitimate?
Legitimate trade, by definition, is not illegitimate.
What prefix can you put in front of legitimate?
illegitimate
Can an illegitimate child be baptized?
An illegitimate child can be baptized.
How do you pronounce illegitimate?
Illegitimate is pronounced "il-i-jit-uh-mit."
How do you use the word illegitimate in a sentence?
He claimed that the rumors about his illegitimate child were untrue.
