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illicit
adjective
Contrary to or forbidden by law
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ɪˈlɪsɪt
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adjective
Contrary to or forbidden by law
“An illegitimate seizure of power”
adjective
Contrary to accepted morality (especially sexual morality) or convention
“An illicit association with his secretary”
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An illegitimate seizure of power
Illicit trade
An outlaw strike
Unlawful measures
An illicit association with his secretary
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