Meaning of the word "against the law" in English

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against the law

US /əˈɡɛnst ðə lɔː/
UK /əˈɡɛnst ðə lɔː/
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Phrase

illegal; forbidden by law

Example:
It's against the law to drive without a valid license.
Smoking against the law in public buildings.