bylaw
nounUK /ˈbaɪ.lɔː/
US /ˈbaɪ.lɑː/
A bylaw is a rule made by a group or town that everyone in it must follow.
The town passed a bylaw that says dogs must be on a leash in the park.
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2. A rule made by a company or organization to govern its own members.
The club's bylaws require members to pay dues every year.
3. A law passed by a local government such as a town or city.
The city council voted to update the noise bylaw.
4. A secondary or internal rule that supports a main law or constitution.
The board amended the bylaws to allow online meetings.