Ordinance Definition & Meaning

ordinance
noun
  1. an authoritative rule
  2. a statute enacted by a city government
  3. the act of ordaining; the act of conferring (or receiving) holy orders; "the rabbi's family was present for his ordination"

"Ordinance" in song lyrics

See how ordinance is used in real songs:

  • "Eon, sale or performance, in any ordinance"
    The High and Mighty f/ Mos Def, Mad Skillz — B-Boy Document 99
  • "maricopa county zoning ordinance 501.2"
    AOL — AOL
  • "northwest ordinance"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "ordinance"

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