inlaw
Americanverb (used with object)
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Origin of inlaw
before 1000; Middle English inlawen, Old English inlagian. See in- 1, law 1
Example Sentences
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Though Sheldon wants nothing to do with his inlaw, he soon becomes his unwitting accomplice.
From Time Magazine Archive
So far, inhabitants of Buckingham Palace have declined to comment on the prospect of a new inlaw.
From Time Magazine Archive
Inspired by the example of his prominent inlaw, Tucker, who was then a fur coat-lining salesman and cantor, began studying with Wagnerian Tenor Paul Althouse.
From Time Magazine Archive
The Manhattan department store last week opened an exhibit of photographs by the royal family's famous inlaw.
From Time Magazine Archive
I cannot inlaw you again, Heregar; for that must needs be done in full Moot, as was the outlawry.
From A Thane of Wessex by Whistler, Charles W. (Charles Watts)
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