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Definition rule in American English

rule noun

noun
/rul/

▪ bend, break, flout, follow, obey, play by, relax, stick to, stretch

1

a statement explaining what someone can or cannot do in a particular system, game, or situation

Example

We need to change the club rules before we start looking for new members.

Example

the basic rules of the game

Example

Anyone who breaks the rules will face disciplinary action.

Example

You should always follow these simple rules when using electrical equipment.

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You can't do that, it's against the rules!

Example

They complain that businesses are being hampered by too many rules and regulations.

Synonyms and related words
rule convention law
Example

British rule over Hong Kong ended in 1997.

Example

He admitted there were killings under his rule but said reports were exaggerated.

Example

a period of military rule

Synonyms and related words
abdicate accede accession
3

a statement or principle that describes the ways in which the words in a language can be used and combined

Example

complicated grammatical rules

4

a ruler

Synonyms and related words
adjustable wrench Allen wrench applicator
Definition rule in American English

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