Meaning of the word legalization in English

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legalization

US /ˌliː.ɡəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌliː.ɡəl.əˈzeɪ.ʃən/
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Noun

1.

the act or process of making something that was previously illegal permissible by law

Example:
The legalization of cannabis has been a controversial topic.
They are pushing for the legalization of same-sex marriage.
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