Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
bylaw
noun
/ˈbaɪlɔː/
Definition
A law or rule made by a local authority to regulate its own affairs.
Examples
- The city council enacted a new bylaw to improve public safety.
- Each club typically has its own set of bylaws that determine how it operates.
- The company revised its bylaws to address changes in corporate governance.
Meaning
Bylaws are regulations established by an organization or community for governing its members and operations.
Synonyms
- regulation
- ordinance
- rule
- statute
