sanctionedrule
nounUK /ˈsæŋkʃənd ruːl/
US /ˈsæŋkʃənd ruːl/
A rule that someone in charge has officially said is okay to follow.
The school's sanctioned rule says we must wear helmets on bikes.
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2. A rule that has been given formal permission by a leader or group.
Only the sanctioned rule from the principal can change lunchtime.
3. A rule that is allowed by an authority, even if some people disagree.
The sanctioned rule about quiet hours helped everyone sleep better.
4. A rule that has been officially accepted and can be used.
The referee followed the sanctioned rule for the game.