statute
Translation
statute, act, law, regulation
Examples
The new statute prohibits smoking in public places.
The new statute prohibits smoking in public places.
They are acting under the authority of a statute.
They are acting under the authority of a statute.
Grammar Patterns
a statute ((on/about sth.)) a law about a particular subject The government passed a statute on data privacy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: law, act, regulation, ordinance
Etymology
From Latin 'statutum' (a thing set up), from 'statuere' (to set up, establish), related to 'stand'.
Memory Tips
A 'statute' is a rule that 'stands' firm, like a 'statue'.