ordinance

IPA: ˈɔrdʌnʌns

(US) A local law, passed by e.g. a city.
An edict or decree, authoritative order.
(England) Prior to the Third English Civil War, a decree of Parliament.
(UK, pre-1992 universities, Commonwealth) Detailed legislation that translates the broad principles of the university's charter and statutes into practical effect.
(Hong Kong) A law enacted by the Hong Kong Legislative Council.
(India, Pakistan) A temporary legislation promulgated by the president on the recommendation of the cabinet.
A religious practice or ritual prescribed by a church.
(proscribed) Alternative form of ordnance (“military equipment, especially artillery”). [Military equipment, especially weapons and ammunition.]

Examples of "ordinance" in Sentences

The ordinance of Orleans was enforced.
The city council repealed the ordinance.
The council later changed the ordinance.
Habilitation laws specify the scope of the ordinance.
As a practical application the ordinance was ineffectual.
It is, indeed, in conformity with the ordinance of the Creator.
The Homewood City Council voted tonight to reschedule a public hearing on adding a garden ordinance.