die Allgemeinverfügung
Translation
general decree, general order
Examples
Die Stadt erließ eine Allgemeinverfügung.
The city issued a general decree.
Die Allgemeinverfügung regelt das Parken in der Innenstadt.
The general order regulates parking in the downtown area.
Grammar Patterns
to issue a ((general decree)) To officially announce an order for the public. The city issued a general decree.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Erlass (decree), Anordnung (order); Antonyms: Einzelverfügung (individual order)
Etymology
A compound of 'allgemein' (general) and 'Verfügung' (decree, order). It's a term from administrative law.
Memory Tips
Think of it as a 'general provision' or order from a government body.