ordinance
1. [ noun ] (law) an authoritative rule
Synonyms: regulation
Related terms: rule speed_limit age_limit game_law assize
2. [ noun ] (religion) the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders
Synonyms: ordaining ordination
Examples:

"the rabbi's family was present for his ordination"

Related terms: appointment laying_on_of_hands holy_orders ordain
3. [ noun ] (law,politics,writing) a statute enacted by a city government
Related terms: legislative_act law
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