v. leg·is·lat·ed, leg·is·lat·ing, leg·is·lates v.intr. To draft or enact laws. v.tr. 1. To draft or enact (a law). 2. To bring about, establish, or influence by means of legislation: legislate safety standards; legislate social attitudes. [Back-formation from LEGISLATOR.] |
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