Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ordonnance
noun
/ˌɔːr.dəˈnæn.s/
Definition
A decree or order, especially one issued by an authority or governing body.
Examples
- The hospital issued an ordonnance regarding the new patient admission protocols.
- According to the ordonnance, all businesses must close by 10 PM.
Meaning
The term refers to a formal instruction or regulation that sets forth rules or guidelines, often used in legal or governmental contexts.
Synonyms
- decree
- order
- regulation
