statute

Definitions of "statute"
  1. A rule established by the legislature of a government for society to follow
  2. A permanent guideline put in place by a corporation or its originator
  3. A formal document that establishes an organization on an international level and defines its power limits
How to use "statute" in a sentence
  1. The statute that was recently passed has caused major changes in the industry.
  2. The new safety statute established by the manufacturing corporation was enforced across all its branches.
  3. The international statute set out strict responsibilities and limitations for the newly formed agency.

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