petstoreregulation
nounUK /ˈpɛt stɔː ˌrɛɡjʊˈleɪʃən/
US /ˈpɛt stɔːr ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃən/
A rule that says how pet stores must take care of animals and treat people fairly.
The new petstoreregulation requires all puppies to have clean water and a soft bed.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A government law that controls what pet stores can sell.
The petstoreregulation bans selling certain wild animals.
3. A set of safety rules for buildings where pets are sold.
Fire safety is part of the petstoreregulation for large stores.
4. A local rule about how pet stores advertise and price animals.
The city passed a petstoreregulation about clear price signs.