ordinance (Meaning)
ordinance (n)
an authoritative rule
a statute enacted by a city government
the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders
ordinance (n.)
Orderly arrangement; preparation; provision.
A rule established by authority; a permanent rule of action; a statute, law, regulation, rescript, or accepted usage; an edict or decree; esp., a local law enacted by a municipal government; as, a municipal ordinance.
An established rite or ceremony.
Rank; order; station.
Ordnance; cannon.
Synonyms & Antonyms of ordinance
Synonyms:
- edict
- commandment
- rule
- bylaw
- martial law
- regulation
- restriction
- directive
- ruling
- common law
- fiat
- dictate
- ground rule
- command
- decree
Antonyms:
No weak antonyms found.
ordinance Sentence Examples
- The city ordinance prohibits littering in public parks.
- The zoning ordinance regulates the use of land and buildings within specific areas.
- The curfew ordinance restricts the movement of minors during certain hours.
- The traffic ordinance governs the operation of vehicles on city streets.
- The noise ordinance limits the emission of excessive noise at night.
- The dog leash ordinance requires pet owners to keep their dogs on a leash in designated public areas.
- The smoking ordinance prohibits smoking in certain indoor public places.
- The camping ordinance regulates the use of public campgrounds and prohibits camping outside designated areas.
- The dress code ordinance establishes appropriate attire for certain businesses or establishments.
- The public health ordinance promotes the health and well-being of the community by regulating sanitation, disease prevention, and food safety.
FAQs About the word ordinance
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The city ordinance prohibits littering in public parks.
The zoning ordinance regulates the use of land and buildings within specific areas.
The curfew ordinance restricts the movement of minors during certain hours.
The traffic ordinance governs the operation of vehicles on city streets.
