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ordinance

/ˈɔrdɪnəns/ noun · British & US
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What does ordinance mean?

noun

A law or regulation enacted by a governing authority, or a device or instrument used for measuring or testing something.

Example

"The city council passed an ordinance to reduce noise pollution in residential areas."

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