waitingrule
nounUK /ˈweɪtɪŋ ruːl/
US /ˈweɪtɪŋ ruːl/
A waitingrule is a rule that tells you to wait your turn.
The teacher made a waitingrule so everyone gets a turn on the swing.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. A rule about how long you must wait before doing something.
The waitingrule says we must wait five minutes before the paint dries.
3. A special time limit set for waiting in a line.
The waitingrule at the ride says you can only stand in line for ten minutes.
4. A family rule that teaches children to be patient.
Our waitingrule at dinner means we wait until everyone is seated.