Legitimate
Defined in 2 dictionaries — Kinney (1893), Black's (1891)
A Law Dictionary and Glossary
George C. Kinney · 1893
To confer legitimacy; to place a child born out of wedlock on the footing of those born in wedlock.
A Dictionary of Law
Henry Campbell Black · 1891
adj. That which is lawful, legal, recognized by law, or according to law; aa legitimate children, legitimate aathority, or lawful power.