regulation — an official rule or law that controls how something is done
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: an official rule or law that controls how something is done
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌreɡjəˈleɪʃən/
Korean meaning: 규정, 규제, 법규
Korean pronunciation: 레규**레이**션
Example Sentences
- The new regulation bans eating smelly food on public transport - finally, no more tuna sandwiches on the subway!
- Banking regulations have become stricter since the financial crisis.
- According to company regulations, wearing pajamas to work is strictly prohibited (unfortunately).
regulation
NOUN//ˌreɡjəˈleɪʃən//
an official rule or law that controls how something is done
Food safety regulations protect consumers from harmful products.
Temperature regulation keeps the room comfortable. (RULE + CONTROL = REGULATION → regulation is a system of rules used to control or govern something)
Good regulation, careful calibration, and smooth operation go together.
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Origin
라틴어 'regula(자, 규칙)'에서 파생되어 '규칙을 만들다'는 의미로 발전했습니다. 마치 자로 재듯 정확하게 규칙을 정하는 것이죠.
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📝Examples
“The new regulation bans eating smelly food on public transport - finally, no more tuna sandwiches on the subway!”
“Banking regulations have become stricter since the financial crisis.”
“According to company regulations, wearing pajamas to work is strictly prohibited (unfortunately).”
“Environmental regulations aim to protect our planet for future generations.”
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