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Definition policy in American English

policy noun

noun
/ˈpɑləsi/
1

a set of plans or actions agreed on by a government, political party, business, or other group

Example

It is not the hospital's policy to disclose the names of patients.

Example

The new president is expected to pursue a pro-environmental policy.

Example

What is the party's policy on immigration?

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The company has outlined its policies for future mineral development.

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In an apparent reversal of policy, the foundation agreed to fund the project.

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the state's economic policy

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We will make human rights the cornerstone of our foreign policy.

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a policy of neutrality

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Soviet policy toward Afghanistan

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The college will be expanding in line with the Board's policy to enlarge the student body.

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The government has undertaken to formulate new anti-racist policies.

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What are their policy objectives?

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interviews with influential policy makers

Synonyms and related words
amnesty Balkanisation Balkanization
2

a contract between an insurance company and a person or organization

Example

Read the wording of your policy very carefully.

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actuarial actuary adjuster
3

a principle or set of ideas that you think is sensible or wise

Example

Honesty is the best policy.

Synonyms and related words
theory culture philosophy
Definition policy in American English