the mind > language > speech > agreement > observance > observe [verb (transitive)] > abide by (6)
transitive. To comply with (an order, law, etc.), to act upon (advice); to take as a rule or model; to proceed in accordance with (a plan…
intransitive. To abide by, obey, or adhere to (a decree, judgement, etc.). Cf. to stand to —— at phrasal verbs 2. Obsolete.
intransitive. To abide by, obey, or adhere to (a decree, judgement, etc.). Cf. to stand at —— 1 at phrasal verbs 2. Obsolete.
transitive. To keep (a commandment, counsel, promise, etc.); to observe (a custom or rite). Obsolete.
transitive. To obey or comply with (a command, law, etc.). Obsolete.