ordinance
/ˈɔːrdɪnəns/
or · di · nance
ˈɔːr · dɪ · nəns
English Definition
n. law, rule, regulation
Significado en Español
ordenanza, decreto
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
pháp lệnh, sắc lệnh
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Example Sentence
The city passed a new ordinance.
城市通过了新条例。
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
order(command)+ance(noun).
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
Choose the word that is closest in meaning to: Ordinance.
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A
Regulation
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B
Argument
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C
Dispute
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D
Celebration
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A — Regulation.
“ordinance” means n. law, rule, regulation
Practice — Sentence Completion (ISEE Verbal)
A strict city ______ forbids parking on this street overnight.
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A
rumor
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B
festival
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C
legend
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D
ordinance
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D — ordinance.
“ordinance” means n. law, rule, regulation
Common questions about “ordinance”
What does “ordinance” mean?
ordinance — n. law, rule, regulation. In Chinese: 条例，法令.
How do you pronounce “ordinance”?
ordinance is pronounced /ˈɔːrdɪnəns/. It breaks into 3 syllables: or · di · nance.
How do you use “ordinance” in a sentence?
The city passed a new ordinance. (城市通过了新条例。)
What are synonyms for “ordinance”?
regulation, law — all close in meaning to ordinance (n. law, rule, regulation).
Is “ordinance” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. ordinance appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “ordinance”?
order(command)+ance(noun).
