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illegitimate

/ɪˈlɛdʒɪtɪmət/ adjective · British & US
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What does illegitimate mean?

adjective

Not lawfully born or recognized as legitimate; not entitled to rights or privileges. Illegitimate children are those born outside of marriage.

Example

"The will stated that the illegitimate child would inherit the majority of the estate."

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