Definition of Rule

• 1. A principle or condition that customarily governs behavior Noun
• 2. Something regarded as a normative example Noun
• 3. Prescribed guide for conduct or action Noun
• 4. (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice Noun
• 5. A basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct Noun
• 6. The duration of a monarch's or government's power Noun
• 7. Dominance or power through legal authority Noun
• 8. Directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted Noun
• 9. Any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order Noun
• 10. A rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system Noun
• 11. (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems Noun
• 12. Measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths Noun
• 13. Exercise authority over; as of nations Verb
• 14. Decide with authority Verb
• 15. Be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance Verb
• 16. Decide on and make a declaration about Verb
• 17. Have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac Verb
• 18. Mark or draw with a ruler Verb
• 19. Keep in check Verb

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