Meaning ofordinancein English

Noun

1. a municipal regulation or bylaw; enforced within a city or town
   The city council passed an ordinance to reduce noise pollution.
2. a law enacted by a local authority; governing a specific area
   The local government issued an ordinance to regulate building construction.
3. an official decree or order; issued by a high-ranking person
   The mayor signed an ordinance to establish a new public holiday.
4. a decree or edict; parliamentary order
   The parliamentary committee approved an ordinance to amend the existing tax law.
5. a temporary law promulgated by the president
   The president issued an ordinance to address the economic crisis.
6. detailed university legislation; practical application
   The university's ordinance regulates the conduct of students and faculty.
7. temporary presidential legislation; cabinet recommendation
   The cabinet recommended an ordinance to mitigate the effects of climate change.
8. a law enacted by a legislative council; authoritative order
   The city council enacted an ordinance to protect the environment and public health.
9. a prescribed religious ritual or practice
   The priest performed the daily ordinance of praying and meditation.
10. a prescribed religious ritual or practice; followed by a particular faith
    The Buddhist community follows a strict ordinance of non-violence and compassion.