plural ordinances
US
: a law or regulation made by a city or town government
The town has passed a zoning ordinance limiting construction.
(formal) Gambling is prohibited by local ordinance.
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“Ordinance.” Merriam-Webster.com Simple Definition, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/simple/ordinance. Accessed 23 Jun. 2026.
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