rules

1. n a principle or condition that customarily governs behavior n something regarded as a normative example n prescribed guide for conduct or action n (linguistics) a rule describing (or prescribing) a linguistic practice n a basic generalization that is accepted as true and that can be used as a basis for reasoning or conduct n the duration of a monarch's or government's power n dominance or power through legal authority n directions that define the way a game or sport is to be conducted n any one of a systematic body of regulations defining the way of life of members of a religious order n a rule or law concerning a natural phenomenon or the function of a complex system n (mathematics) a standard procedure for solving a class of mathematical problems n measuring stick consisting of a strip of wood or metal or plastic with a straight edge that is used for drawing straight lines and measuring lengths v exercise authority over; as of nations v decide with authority v be larger in number, quantity, power, status or importance v decide on and make a declaration about v have an affinity with; of signs of the zodiac v mark or draw with a ruler v keep in check Source: ecdict

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