Meaning of the word illegally in English

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illegally

US /ɪˈliː.ɡəl.i/
UK /ɪˈliː.ɡəl.i/
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Adverb

1.

in a way that is contrary to or forbidden by law, especially criminal law

Example:
He was arrested for illegally importing goods.
The company was accused of illegally dumping toxic waste.
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