illegal foundation

language: fr

definitions

  1. A structural base of a building or infrastructure that is constructed without proper legal authorization or in violation of building codes.
    fr: Fondation illégale
  2. A metaphorical reference to an unethical, unlawful, or corrupt basis upon which an organization, system, or argument is established.
    fr: Base illégale

examples

  1. The inspector found an illegal foundation during the routine safety inspection.

    L'inspecteur a trouvé une fondation illégale lors de l'inspection de sécurité de routine.

  2. The scandal revealed that the corporation's success rested on an illegal foundation of fraud.

    Le scandale a révélé que le succès de l'entreprise reposait sur une base illégale de fraude.