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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

ordinances

/ˌɔrdɪˈneɪsɪz/ noun · British & US
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What does ordinances mean?

noun

Rules or laws made by a government or other authority, especially local ones. Regulations or decrees issued by a church or other organization.

Example

"The city council passed new ordinances to improve public safety."

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