regulation

1 of 2

noun

reg·u·la·tion ˌre-gyə-ˈlā-shən How to pronounce regulation (audio)

ˌre-gə-,

also ˌrā-

: the act of regulating : the state of being regulated

: an authoritative rule dealing with details or procedure

safety regulations

: a rule or order issued by an executive authority or regulatory agency of a government and having the force of law

: the process of redistributing material (as in an embryo) to restore a damaged or lost part independent of new tissue growth

: the mechanism by which an early embryo maintains normal development

or regulation time : the standard period of time established by the rules of a game or contest excluding overtime

Trailing by five with less than a minute to go in regulation, Boston forced the game into overtime …

Bob Ryan

Dallas downed the ball at the 20 with 1:47 left in regulation.

Ralph N. Paulk

… there will be a change in France for the 1988 World Cup: a sudden-death … period after regulation time.

George Vecsey

golf : the standard number of strokes allowed by par for reaching the green on a given hole (that is, one stroke on a par 3, two strokes on a par 4, and three strokes on a par 5)

Using his conservative left-to-right fade, he hit all but three greens in regulation.

Jaime Diaz

regulation

2 of 2

adjective

: conforming to regulations : official

Example Sentences

Noun Builders must comply with the regulations. regulations on the disposal of waste Each agency has its own set of rules and regulations. Adjective Students must wear regulation uniforms.

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Junior Chasen Johnson blocked Osceola’s go-ahead extra point attempt with 28.9 seconds remaining in regulation to set up the win.

J.c. Carnahan, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2022 Seattle led 92-90 with 0.8 seconds left in regulation after Sue Bird hit a corner 3.

Tim Booth, ajc, 4 Sep. 2022 Seattle led 92-90 with 0.8 seconds left in regulation after Sue Bird hit a corner 3.

Tim Booth, oregonlive, 4 Sep. 2022 Lee’s recovery set up the winning drive with 4:56 left in regulation.

Matt Goul, cleveland, 3 Sep. 2022 After failing to find the endzone in regulation, Allen led Trinity to a 29-28 double overtime win Friday night over Indiana powerhouse Center Grove at Marshall Field.

The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2022 On Friday, the Colonels squeaked out a one-point victory when Tyler Rennekamp ran for a three-yard touchdown with 3:35 remaining in regulation and Andrew Weitzel knocked in the go-ahead extra point.

Shelby Dermer, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 The Senators also had a drive stall at Austin’s 38 with 5:21 remaining in regulation after Woods registered a fourth-down sack.

Al.com Reports, al, 2 Sep. 2022 North Alabama tied the score with 48 seconds to play in regulation, setting up overtime.

Matthew Vantryon, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Sep. 2022

Adjective

Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda.

Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda.

Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 See More

Medical Definition

regulation

noun

reg·u·la·tion ˌreg-yə-ˈlā-shən, ˌreg-ə-ˈlā- How to pronounce regulation (audio)

: the act of regulating

also : the resulting state or condition

: the process of redistributing material (as in an embryo) to restore a damaged or lost part independent of new tissue growth compare regeneration sense 2

: the mechanism by which an early embryo maintains normal development

: the control of the kind and rate of cellular processes by controlling the activity of individual genes

Legal Definition

regulation

noun

reg·u·la·tion

: the act of regulating or state of being regulated

: an authoritative rule

specifically : a rule or order issued by a government agency and often having the force of law see also Administrative Procedure Act

Note: An agency is often delegated the power to issue regulations by the legislation that created it. Regulations must be made in accordance with prescribed procedures, such as those set out in the federal or a state Administrative Procedure Act. Federal regulations are first published in the Federal Register and later codified in the Code of Federal Regulations.

regulation 1 of 2

noun

as in rule

a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity it's against community regulations to leave your trash on the curb for more than two days

Synonyms & Similar Words

Relevance

rule
law
code
constitution
bylaw
reg
instruction
ordinance
restriction
value
principle
standard
guideline
prohibition
statute
ground rule
moral
act
practice
directive
direction
fundamental
edict
commandment
decree
guide
directory
ban
proscription
dictate
convention
decalogue
tradition
fiat
order
maxim
command
custom
precept
axiom
interdiction
manners
behest
charge
formula
blueprint
habit
practise
way
canon
mores

as in management

the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something the owner seldom visited the plant and did not take an active part in the regulation of the company

Synonyms & Similar Words

management
supervision
control
administration
operation
oversight
government
handling
governance
direction
stewardship
guidance
conduct
leadership
presidency
charge
running
superintendence
care
superintendency
intendance
agency
protection
custody
manipulation
logistics
engineering
guardianship
rulership
generalship
keeping
safekeeping
trust
tutelage
ward
machination
aegis
lap
coadministration
comanagement
codirection
egis

as in oversight

the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control the regulation of the soccer team was left entirely to the head coach and her assistants

Synonyms & Similar Words

oversight
supervision
stewardship
management
control
policing
surveillance
charge
leadership
government
guidance
administration
care
superintendence
monitoring
direction
superintendency
headship
observance
observation
rule
steering
protection
observing
running
shepherding
auspices
generalship
guardianship
reign
piloting
trusteeship
hand(s)
tutelage
aegis
egis

regulation

2 of 2

adjective

as in legal

Synonyms & Similar Words

legal
lawful
legitimate
official
permissible
authorized
sanctioned
approved
licit
legit
endorsed
supported
promoted
licensed
certified
abetted
suggested
canonical
encouraged
indorsed
authoritative
ex officio
semiofficial

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

illegal
unauthorized
unlawful
unofficial
illicit
wrongful
impermissible
nonofficial
unsanctioned
illegitimate
unlicensed
lawless
unapproved
verboten

Synonym Chooser

Some common synonyms of regulation are canon, law, ordinance, precept, rule, and statute. While all these words mean "a principle governing action or procedure," regulation implies prescription by authority in order to control an organization or system.

regulations affecting nuclear power plants

While the synonyms canon and regulation are close in meaning, canon suggests in nonreligious use a principle or rule of behavior or procedure commonly accepted as a valid guide.

the canons of good taste

Although the words law and regulation have much in common, law implies imposition by a sovereign authority and the obligation of obedience on the part of all subject to that authority.

obey the law

While in some cases nearly identical to regulation, ordinance applies to an order governing some detail of procedure or conduct enforced by a limited authority such as a municipality.

a city ordinance

The words precept and regulation can be used in similar contexts, but precept commonly suggests something advisory and not obligatory communicated typically through teaching.

the precepts of effective writing

In some situations, the words rule and regulation are roughly equivalent. However, rule applies to more restricted or specific situations.

the rules of the game

The words statute and regulation are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, statute implies a law enacted by a legislative body.

a statute requiring the use of seat belts

单词	regulation
释义	regulation 1 of 2 noun reg·u·la·tion ˌre-gyə-ˈlā-shən ˌre-gə-, also ˌrā- 1 : the act of regulating : the state of being regulated 2 a : an authoritative rule dealing with details or procedure safety regulations b : a rule or order issued by an executive authority or regulatory agency of a government and having the force of law 3 a : the process of redistributing material (as in an embryo) to restore a damaged or lost part independent of new tissue growth b : the mechanism by which an early embryo maintains normal development 4 a or regulation time : the standard period of time established by the rules of a game or contest excluding overtime Trailing by five with less than a minute to go in regulation, Boston forced the game into overtime … Bob Ryan Dallas downed the ball at the 20 with 1:47 left in regulation. Ralph N. Paulk … there will be a change in France for the 1988 World Cup: a sudden-death … period after regulation time. George Vecsey b golf : the standard number of strokes allowed by par for reaching the green on a given hole (that is, one stroke on a par 3, two strokes on a par 4, and three strokes on a par 5) Using his conservative left-to-right fade, he hit all but three greens in regulation. Jaime Diaz regulation 2 of 2 adjective : conforming to regulations : official Synonyms Noun bylaw ground rule reg rule See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun Builders must comply with the regulations. regulations on the disposal of waste Each agency has its own set of rules and regulations. Adjective Students must wear regulation uniforms. Recent Examples on the Web Noun Junior Chasen Johnson blocked Osceola’s go-ahead extra point attempt with 28.9 seconds remaining in regulation to set up the win. J.c. Carnahan, Orlando Sentinel, 8 Sep. 2022 Seattle led 92-90 with 0.8 seconds left in regulation after Sue Bird hit a corner 3. Tim Booth, ajc, 4 Sep. 2022 Seattle led 92-90 with 0.8 seconds left in regulation after Sue Bird hit a corner 3. Tim Booth, oregonlive, 4 Sep. 2022 Lee’s recovery set up the winning drive with 4:56 left in regulation. Matt Goul, cleveland, 3 Sep. 2022 After failing to find the endzone in regulation, Allen led Trinity to a 29-28 double overtime win Friday night over Indiana powerhouse Center Grove at Marshall Field. The Courier-Journal, 3 Sep. 2022 On Friday, the Colonels squeaked out a one-point victory when Tyler Rennekamp ran for a three-yard touchdown with 3:35 remaining in regulation and Andrew Weitzel knocked in the go-ahead extra point. Shelby Dermer, The Enquirer, 3 Sep. 2022 The Senators also had a drive stall at Austin’s 38 with 5:21 remaining in regulation after Woods registered a fourth-down sack. Al.com Reports, al, 2 Sep. 2022 North Alabama tied the score with 48 seconds to play in regulation, setting up overtime. Matthew Vantryon, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Sep. 2022 Adjective Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 Florida's housing woes have been festering for years, with the state enjoying robust population growth while also courting new residents and businesses attracted by the low taxes and an anti-regulation agenda. Irina Ivanova, CBS News, 2 May 2022 See More Word History First Known Use Noun 1611, in the meaning defined at sense 1 Adjective 1803, in the meaning defined above Phrases Containing regulation regulation time re-regulation self-regulation regulation time re-regulation self-regulation Kids Definition regulation noun reg·u·la·tion ˌre-gyə-ˈlā-shən 1 : a rule or law telling how something is to be done safety regulations 2 : the act of controlling or bringing under control the regulation of water flow Medical Definition regulation noun reg·u·la·tion ˌreg-yə-ˈlā-shən, ˌreg-ə-ˈlā- 1 : the act of regulating also : the resulting state or condition 2 a : the process of redistributing material (as in an embryo) to restore a damaged or lost part independent of new tissue growth compare regeneration sense 2 b : the mechanism by which an early embryo maintains normal development 3 : the control of the kind and rate of cellular processes by controlling the activity of individual genes Legal Definition regulation noun reg·u·la·tion 1 : the act of regulating or state of being regulated 2 : an authoritative rule specifically : a rule or order issued by a government agency and often having the force of law see also Administrative Procedure Act Note: An agency is often delegated the power to issue regulations by the legislation that created it. Regulations must be made in accordance with prescribed procedures, such as those set out in the federal or a state Administrative Procedure Act. Federal regulations are first published in the Federal Register and later codified in the Code of Federal Regulations. regulation 1 of 2 noun 1 as in rule a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity it's against community regulations to leave your trash on the curb for more than two days Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance rule law code constitution bylaw reg instruction ordinance restriction value principle standard guideline prohibition statute ground rule moral act practice directive direction fundamental edict commandment decree guide directory ban proscription dictate convention decalogue tradition fiat order maxim command custom precept axiom interdiction manners behest charge formula blueprint habit practise way canon mores 2 as in management the act or activity of looking after and making decisions about something the owner seldom visited the plant and did not take an active part in the regulation of the company Synonyms & Similar Words management supervision control administration operation oversight government handling governance direction stewardship guidance conduct leadership presidency charge running superintendence care superintendency intendance agency protection custody manipulation logistics engineering guardianship rulership generalship keeping safekeeping trust tutelage ward machination aegis lap coadministration comanagement codirection egis 3 as in oversight the duty or function of watching or guarding for the sake of proper direction or control the regulation of the soccer team was left entirely to the head coach and her assistants Synonyms & Similar Words oversight supervision stewardship management control policing surveillance charge leadership government guidance administration care superintendence monitoring direction superintendency headship observance observation rule steering protection observing running shepherding auspices generalship guardianship reign piloting trusteeship hand(s) tutelage aegis egis regulation 2 of 2 adjective as in legal Synonyms & Similar Words legal lawful legitimate official permissible authorized sanctioned approved licit legit endorsed supported promoted licensed certified abetted suggested canonical encouraged indorsed authoritative ex officio semiofficial Antonyms & Near Antonyms illegal unauthorized unlawful unofficial illicit wrongful impermissible nonofficial unsanctioned illegitimate unlicensed lawless unapproved verboten See More Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of regulation are canon, law, ordinance, precept, rule, and statute. While all these words mean "a principle governing action or procedure," regulation implies prescription by authority in order to control an organization or system. regulations affecting nuclear power plants While the synonyms canon and regulation are close in meaning, canon suggests in nonreligious use a principle or rule of behavior or procedure commonly accepted as a valid guide. the canons of good taste Although the words law and regulation have much in common, law implies imposition by a sovereign authority and the obligation of obedience on the part of all subject to that authority. obey the law While in some cases nearly identical to regulation, ordinance applies to an order governing some detail of procedure or conduct enforced by a limited authority such as a municipality. a city ordinance The words precept and regulation can be used in similar contexts, but precept commonly suggests something advisory and not obligatory communicated typically through teaching. the precepts of effective writing In some situations, the words rule and regulation are roughly equivalent. However, rule applies to more restricted or specific situations. the rules of the game The words statute and regulation are synonyms, but do differ in nuance. Specifically, statute implies a law enacted by a legislative body. a statute requiring the use of seat belts
随便看	Grampian Hills gramps grampus grampuses grams gramy gran gran canaria Gran Chaco Gran Paradiso grana Granada granadae granadas granadilla granadilla tree granadilla wood granadillas granadilli granadillo granadilloes granadillos Granados granaries granary

regulation

noun

adjective

Synonyms

Example Sentences

Word History

Phrases Containing regulation

Kids Definition

noun

Medical Definition

noun

Legal Definition

noun

noun

adjective

Synonym Chooser