rule

1 of 2

noun

ˈrül

: a prescribed guide for conduct or action

: the laws or regulations prescribed by the founder of a religious order for observance by its members

: an accepted procedure, custom, or habit

d(1)

: a usually written order or direction made by a court regulating court practice or the action of parties

(2)

: a legal precept or doctrine

: a regulation or bylaw governing procedure or controlling conduct

a(1)

: a usually valid generalization

(2)

: a generally prevailing quality, state, or mode

fair weather was the rule yesterday

The New York Times

: a standard of judgment : criterion

: a regulating principle

: a determinate method for performing a mathematical operation and obtaining a certain result

: the exercise of authority or control : dominion

: a period during which a specified ruler or government exercises control

: a strip of material marked off in units used especially for measuring : ruler sense 3, tape measure

: a metal strip with a type-high face that prints a linear design

also : a linear design produced by or as if by such a strip

rule

2 of 2

verb

ruled; ruling

transitive verb

: to exert control, direction, or influence on

the passions that rule our minds

: to exercise control over especially by curbing or restraining

rule a fractious horse

ruled his appetites firmly

: to exercise authority or power over often harshly or arbitrarily

the speaker ruled the legislature with an iron hand

: to be preeminent in : dominate

: to determine and declare authoritatively

especially : to command or determine judicially

a(1)

: to mark with lines drawn along or as if along the straight edge of a ruler

(2)

: to mark (a line) on a paper with a ruler

: to arrange in a line

intransitive verb

: to exercise supreme authority

: to be first in importance or prominence : predominate

the physical did not rule in her nature

Sherwood Anderson

: to exist in a specified state or condition

: to lay down a legal rule

slang : to be extremely cool or popular

—used as a generalized term of praise or approval

for a little attitude at the right price, sneakers rule

Tish Hamilton

Example Sentences

Noun I understand the basic rules of chess. As long as you're living under our roof, you'll follow our rules. The college has strict rules for qualifying for financial assistance. The new rule allows employees to dress casually on Fridays. Under the new rules, casual dress is now allowed. the company's rules and regulations It's important to learn the rules of the road before taking your driving test. It's against the rules to eat during class. He violated the unwritten rule that you must thank your host before you leave a party. If you break the rules, you'll be asked to leave. Verb The queen ruled for 25 years. A dynasty ruled over this region during the 11th century. Who will be the next leader to rule the country? All of his actions were ruled by his religion. The court ruled in favor of the defendant. The jury ruled against the tobacco companies. How will the court rule on the motion? The Supreme Court ruled the law unconstitutional. The board ruled that her behavior was cheating. See More

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Biden, and Democrats more largely, have generally approached threats to democratic rule as discrete problems: the need for more robust voting rights protections, the nefarious influence of dark money in politics, the problem of gerrymandering.

David Faris, The Week, 2 Sep. 2022 That was enough to raise fears that Chile's unity is at risk or that native people won´t have to respond to the rule of law, although the proposal doesn't stipulate that, Izquierdo said.

Daniela Mohor W., CNN, 1 Sep. 2022 For example, someone who retired in 1966 and stuck to the 4% rule would have run out of money after 30 years.

Anne Tergesen, WSJ, 30 Aug. 2022 While most pop vocal groups of any nationality are finding it hard to amake a consistent Billboard Hot 100 impact this decade, BLACKPINK is one of the lone exceptions to the rule.

Anna Chan, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2022 The camera has long been one of the most important parts of Pixel phones, and the Pixel 6a is no exception to that rule.

Christian De Looper, BGR, 29 Aug. 2022 For his part, Nazary struck an optimistic tone, noting that the resistance to Taliban rule is only in the first phase.

Michael Lee, Fox News, 28 Aug. 2022 Since their return to rule, the Taliban have been trying to transition from insurgency and war to governing, with the hard-liners increasingly at odds with the pragmatists on how to run a country in the midst of a humanitarian and economic crisis.

Renata Brito, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Aug. 2022 But unlike in the Brill-Noether theorem, there were clear exceptions to this rule, cases where the geometry of a curve restricted how many points it would otherwise have been expected to pass through.

Jordana Cepelewicz, Quanta Magazine, 25 Aug. 2022

Verb

Judge Riyaz Hamza is expected to rule on the bail application on Sept. 14, and another hearing is set on Sept. 26 as prosecutors and the defense wrangle over the unsigned caution interview.

Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 1 Sep. 2022 The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is expected to rule on the policy this year.

Rick Jervis, USA TODAY, 25 Aug. 2022 The mystery could be resolved this week, when a federal court judge is expected to rule on a motion by the Tour to unseal those contracts.

Andrew Beaton, WSJ, 17 Aug. 2022 The Public Utilities Commission is expected to rule on the issue at its meeting Aug. 25.

Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2022 The judge on the case is not expected to rule on the demurrer for months.

Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2022 Griggsby is expected to rule on all of the motions in Mosby’s trial Sept. 14.

Alex Mann, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2022 The criminal case has been appealed and the Tokyo high court is expected to rule on the case next year.

Reuters, CNN, 13 July 2022 The criminal case has been appealed and the Tokyo high court is expected to rule on the case next year.

Reuters, NBC News, 13 July 2022 See More

Kids Definition

rule 1 of 2

noun

ˈrül

: a guide or principle for conduct or action

To play this game, you need to follow the rules.

: an accepted or usual method, custom, or habit

"I'm a pretty quiet creature as a rule," said the horse …

Hugh Lofting, The Story of Dr. Dolittle

: the exercise of authority or control : government The country was under British rule.

: ruler sense 2

rule

2 of 2

verb

ruled; ruling

: to exercise authority over : govern

: control entry 1 sense 1, direct

Don't let emotions rule your decision.

: to be supreme or outstanding in

He rules the tennis courts.

: to give or state as a considered decision The judge ruled that the evidence could not be used.

: to mark with lines drawn along the straight edge of a ruler

Legal Definition

rule 1 of 2

noun

: a prescribed guide for conduct or action

: a regulating principle or precept

: an order or directive issued by a court in a particular proceeding especially upon petition of a party to the proceeding that commands an officer or party to perform an act or show cause why an act should not be performed

a rule directing the district court to show cause why its ruling should not be vacated

People v. District Court, 797 P.2d 1259 (1990)

: a usually judicially promulgated regulation having the force of law that governs judicial practice or procedure

rules of evidence

rules of appellate procedure

verb

ruled; ruling

transitive verb

: to exercise authority or power over

: to determine and declare authoritatively

especially : to command or determine judicially

ruled the evidence inadmissible

intransitive verb

: to exercise supreme authority

: to lay down a rule or ruling

ruled in favor of the plaintiff

单词	rules
释义	rule 1 of 2 noun ˈrül 1 a : a prescribed guide for conduct or action b : the laws or regulations prescribed by the founder of a religious order for observance by its members c : an accepted procedure, custom, or habit d(1) : a usually written order or direction made by a court regulating court practice or the action of parties (2) : a legal precept or doctrine e : a regulation or bylaw governing procedure or controlling conduct 2 a(1) : a usually valid generalization (2) : a generally prevailing quality, state, or mode fair weather was the rule yesterday The New York Times b : a standard of judgment : criterion c : a regulating principle d : a determinate method for performing a mathematical operation and obtaining a certain result 3 a : the exercise of authority or control : dominion b : a period during which a specified ruler or government exercises control 4 a : a strip of material marked off in units used especially for measuring : ruler sense 3, tape measure b : a metal strip with a type-high face that prints a linear design also : a linear design produced by or as if by such a strip rule 2 of 2 verb ruled; ruling transitive verb 1 a : to exert control, direction, or influence on the passions that rule our minds b : to exercise control over especially by curbing or restraining rule a fractious horse ruled his appetites firmly 2 a : to exercise authority or power over often harshly or arbitrarily the speaker ruled the legislature with an iron hand b : to be preeminent in : dominate 3 : to determine and declare authoritatively especially : to command or determine judicially 4 a(1) : to mark with lines drawn along or as if along the straight edge of a ruler (2) : to mark (a line) on a paper with a ruler b : to arrange in a line intransitive verb 1 a : to exercise supreme authority b : to be first in importance or prominence : predominate the physical did not rule in her nature Sherwood Anderson 2 : to exist in a specified state or condition 3 : to lay down a legal rule 4 slang : to be extremely cool or popular —used as a generalized term of praise or approval for a little attitude at the right price, sneakers rule Tish Hamilton Phrases as a rule : for the most part : generally Synonyms Noun bylaw ground rule reg regulation Verb boss captain command control govern preside (over) sway [archaic] See all Synonyms & Antonyms Example Sentences Noun I understand the basic rules of chess. As long as you're living under our roof, you'll follow our rules. The college has strict rules for qualifying for financial assistance. The new rule allows employees to dress casually on Fridays. Under the new rules, casual dress is now allowed. the company's rules and regulations It's important to learn the rules of the road before taking your driving test. It's against the rules to eat during class. He violated the unwritten rule that you must thank your host before you leave a party. If you break the rules, you'll be asked to leave. Verb The queen ruled for 25 years. A dynasty ruled over this region during the 11th century. Who will be the next leader to rule the country? All of his actions were ruled by his religion. The court ruled in favor of the defendant. The jury ruled against the tobacco companies. How will the court rule on the motion? The Supreme Court ruled the law unconstitutional. The board ruled that her behavior was cheating. See More Recent Examples on the Web Noun Biden, and Democrats more largely, have generally approached threats to democratic rule as discrete problems: the need for more robust voting rights protections, the nefarious influence of dark money in politics, the problem of gerrymandering. David Faris, The Week, 2 Sep. 2022 That was enough to raise fears that Chile's unity is at risk or that native people won´t have to respond to the rule of law, although the proposal doesn't stipulate that, Izquierdo said. Daniela Mohor W., CNN, 1 Sep. 2022 For example, someone who retired in 1966 and stuck to the 4% rule would have run out of money after 30 years. Anne Tergesen, WSJ, 30 Aug. 2022 While most pop vocal groups of any nationality are finding it hard to amake a consistent Billboard Hot 100 impact this decade, BLACKPINK is one of the lone exceptions to the rule. Anna Chan, Billboard, 30 Aug. 2022 The camera has long been one of the most important parts of Pixel phones, and the Pixel 6a is no exception to that rule. Christian De Looper, BGR, 29 Aug. 2022 For his part, Nazary struck an optimistic tone, noting that the resistance to Taliban rule is only in the first phase. Michael Lee, Fox News, 28 Aug. 2022 Since their return to rule, the Taliban have been trying to transition from insurgency and war to governing, with the hard-liners increasingly at odds with the pragmatists on how to run a country in the midst of a humanitarian and economic crisis. Renata Brito, BostonGlobe.com, 25 Aug. 2022 But unlike in the Brill-Noether theorem, there were clear exceptions to this rule, cases where the geometry of a curve restricted how many points it would otherwise have been expected to pass through. Jordana Cepelewicz, Quanta Magazine, 25 Aug. 2022 Verb Judge Riyaz Hamza is expected to rule on the bail application on Sept. 14, and another hearing is set on Sept. 26 as prosecutors and the defense wrangle over the unsigned caution interview. Michael Ruiz, Fox News, 1 Sep. 2022 The 5th Circuit Court of Appeals in New Orleans is expected to rule on the policy this year. Rick Jervis, USA TODAY, 25 Aug. 2022 The mystery could be resolved this week, when a federal court judge is expected to rule on a motion by the Tour to unseal those contracts. Andrew Beaton, WSJ, 17 Aug. 2022 The Public Utilities Commission is expected to rule on the issue at its meeting Aug. 25. Los Angeles Times, 12 Aug. 2022 The judge on the case is not expected to rule on the demurrer for months. Nancy Dillon, Rolling Stone, 20 July 2022 Griggsby is expected to rule on all of the motions in Mosby’s trial Sept. 14. Alex Mann, Baltimore Sun, 18 July 2022 The criminal case has been appealed and the Tokyo high court is expected to rule on the case next year. Reuters, CNN, 13 July 2022 The criminal case has been appealed and the Tokyo high court is expected to rule on the case next year. Reuters, NBC News, 13 July 2022 See More Word History Etymology Noun Middle English reule, from Anglo-French, from Latin regula straightedge, rule, from regere to keep straight, direct — more at right First Known Use Noun 13th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a Verb 13th century, in the meaning defined at transitive sense 1a Phrases Containing rule golden rule ground rule gag rule general rule exclusionary rule bend a rule chain rule divide and rule L'Hopital's rule majority rule make it a rule rule book rule of law rule of thumb rule out rule out of self-rule slide rule Simpson's rule the exception rather than the rule unit rule rule of the road home rule work-to-rule rewrite rule Durham rule house rule rule the roost rule with a rod of iron rule with an iron fist/hand L'Hospital's rule castle rule as a rule See More golden rule ground rule gag rule general rule exclusionary rule bend a rule chain rule divide and rule L'Hopital's rule majority rule make it a rule rule book rule of law rule of thumb rule out rule out of self-rule slide rule Simpson's rule the exception rather than the rule unit rule rule of the road home rule work-to-rule rewrite rule Durham rule house rule rule the roost rule with a rod of iron rule with an iron fist/hand L'Hospital's rule castle rule as a rule See More Kids Definition rule 1 of 2 noun ˈrül 1 : a guide or principle for conduct or action To play this game, you need to follow the rules. 2 : an accepted or usual method, custom, or habit "I'm a pretty quiet creature as a rule," said the horse … Hugh Lofting, The Story of Dr. Dolittle 3 : the exercise of authority or control : government The country was under British rule. 4 : ruler sense 2 rule 2 of 2 verb ruled; ruling 1 : to exercise authority over : govern 2 : control entry 1 sense 1, direct Don't let emotions rule your decision. 3 : to be supreme or outstanding in He rules the tennis courts. 4 : to give or state as a considered decision The judge ruled that the evidence could not be used. 5 : to mark with lines drawn along the straight edge of a ruler Legal Definition rule 1 of 2 noun 1 a : a prescribed guide for conduct or action b : a regulating principle or precept 2 a : an order or directive issued by a court in a particular proceeding especially upon petition of a party to the proceeding that commands an officer or party to perform an act or show cause why an act should not be performed a rule directing the district court to show cause why its ruling should not be vacated People v. District Court, 797 P.2d 1259 (1990) b : a usually judicially promulgated regulation having the force of law that governs judicial practice or procedure rules of evidence rules of appellate procedure see also rule of court c : rule of law sense 1 3 : all or part of a statement (as a regulation) by an administrative agency that has general or particular applicability and future effect and that is designed to implement, interpret, or prescribe law or policy or that describes the organization, procedure, or practice of the agency itself a rule subject to statutory notice and comment requirements for informal rulemaking 4 a : a regulation or bylaw governing procedure or conduct in a body, organization, institution, or proceeding b : a resolution of a legislative rules committee setting forth the terms for consideration of a particular bill by the entire body 5 : the exercise of authority or control majority rule see also home rule, rule of law sense 2 rule 2 of 2 verb ruled; ruling transitive verb 1 : to exercise authority or power over 2 : to determine and declare authoritatively especially : to command or determine judicially ruled the evidence inadmissible intransitive verb 1 : to exercise supreme authority 2 : to lay down a rule or ruling ruled in favor of the plaintiff rules 1 of 2 noun plural of rule 1 as in regulations a statement spelling out the proper procedure or conduct for an activity read the rules that are posted before you use the pool Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance regulations laws codes guidelines regs standards instructions values bylaws principles restrictions constitutions ground rules ordinances statutes commandments morals prohibitions conventions dictates directives practices precepts directions maxims axioms decrees guides traditions edicts habits customs directories commands fundamentals acts manners proscriptions orders formulas bans mores canons fiats blueprints behests decalogues interdictions charges formulae ways practises 2 as in governances lawful control over the affairs of a political unit (as a nation) the years during which Russia was under Communist rule Synonyms & Similar Words governances governments administrations regimes jurisdictions powers regimens reigns regulations authorities dictatorships sovereignties régimes tyrannies leaderships dominations oppressions supremacies dominions managements directions commands sways supervisions hegemonies autocracies sovranties subjugations superintendences masteries 3 as in traditions an inherited or established way of thinking, feeling, or doing one of the sacred rules of that ancient society was respect for the elderly Synonyms & Similar Words traditions principles values standards customs conventions ethics norms prescriptions rubrics superstitions modes mores heritages legacies forms cultures inheritances lifestyles lores birthrights folklores rules 2 of 2 verb present tense third-person singular of rule 1 as in governs to exercise authority or power over a sea captain who ruled his ship sternly but justly Synonyms & Similar Words governs controls dictates commands captains dominates bosses manages domineers sways oversees administers leads regulates masters heads supervises presides (over) conducts directs micromanages tyrannizes subjugates superintends oppresses conquers lords (it over) reigns (over) subdues 2 as in controls to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression) a monarch who is known for ruling her emotions with an iron hand Synonyms & Similar Words controls curbs regulates contains measures governs keeps restrains checks constrains tames stifles bridles suppresses inhibits holds stops pulls in blocks reins (in) interrupts silences pockets minces strangles arrests squelches holds back swallows handcuffs muffles represses hinders impedes muzzles hampers obstructs smothers gags sinks chokes (back) bottles (up) Antonyms & Near Antonyms loses loosens liberates expresses takes out unleashes looses airs vents See More
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