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Legal Matter

/ˈliːɡəl ˈmætər/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
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  1. 1

    A subject or issue that is related to the law and may require legal consideration or action.

    "The attorney discussed the legal matter with her client before proceeding with the case."
  2. 2

    Any situation or problem that falls under the jurisdiction of legal regulations.

    "The legal matter at hand involves a dispute over property rights."

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The term 'legal' derives from the Latin 'legalis', meaning 'pertaining to the law', while 'matter' comes from the Latin 'materia', referring to substance or material. The combination reflects the concept of issues or cases that are governed by law, evolving through centuries of legal practice and terminology.

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