Legitimating

What does LEGITIMATING mean?

Legitimating is a form of LEGITIMATE.

1. adjective

   of marriages and offspring; recognized as lawful

2. adjective

   based on known statements or events or conditions

   “rain was a logical expectation, given the time of year”

3. adjective

   in accordance with recognized or accepted standards or principles

   “legitimate advertising practices”

4. adjective

   authorized, sanctioned by, or in accordance with law

   “a legitimate government”

Definitions from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University.