bylaw

[bahy-law] / ˈbaɪˌlɔ /

NOUN

law

Synonyms

STRONGEST

act case charge charter code constitution decision decree legislation mandate measure order precedent regulation requirement ruling statute

STRONG

assize behest bidding canon caveat command commandment covenant demand dictate divestiture edict enactment equity garnishment injunction institute instruction jurisprudence notice ordinance precept prescript prescription subpoena summons warrant writ

WEAK

decretum due process reg

Antonyms

STRONGEST

disorganization lawlessness

WEAK

transgression

Example Sentences

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The decision on which algorithm to use rests solely with the Southern Section office, and no bylaw or new proposal can be passed to change that.

From Los Angeles Times

But the bylaws say its financial secretary is supposed to “furnish an audited report of the Union which shall be printed in the Union’s publication.”

From The Wall Street Journal

Some have started to review bylaws, looked to adopt rights plans or stayed in closer communication with major shareholders, according to people familiar with the matter.

From The Wall Street Journal

Seven Poly athletes are listed in the Southern Section transfer portal as having been denied eligibility for two years for violating bylaw 202.

From Los Angeles Times

“According to the bylaws, there must be seven trustees in order to conduct any official business,” Miss Mortimer said quickly.

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