1. to make or enact laws
2. to bring about or control by legislation

Examples

• Congress has the power to legislate on matters of national importance.
• The state government plans to legislate stricter environmental standards.
• You cannot legislate morality through laws alone.
• The parliament will legislate new tax reforms next session.
• Local authorities can legislate parking restrictions in their districts.
• The committee worked to legislate better safety measures for workers.