regulatory

CEFRC1

/ˈɹɛɡ.jʊ.lə.t(ɔː.)ɹi/

adjective

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In plain English

  1. 01

    adjective

    Related to controlling activities through official rules.

  2. 02

    adjective

    Extra detail

    Of or pertaining to regulation.

Examples

  • Several technical and regulatory delays kept gas from flowing into Moldova until March 2015.

  • The committee recommends devolution of regulatory power to the provinces.

At a glance

Sits at C1 on the CEFR scale

Senses
2
Parts of speech
1

Also pronounced

  • /ˌɹɛɡ.jʊˈleɪ.tə.ri/

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In context

  • Rightists often dislike regulatory legislation.

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