Antonyms for bylaws

Grammar : Noun

Spell : bahy-law

Phonetic Transcription : ˈbaɪˌlɔ

Definition of bylaws

Origin : late 13c., bilage "local ordinance," from Old Norse or Old Danish bi-lagu "town law," from byr "place where people dwell, town, village," from bua "to dwell" (see bower) + lagu "law" (see law). So, a local law pertaining to local residents, or rule of a corporation or association. Sense influenced by by.

As in law : noun rules of a government, society

Example sentences :

They are people to make difficulties, and are ignorant of the bylaws of conscience.
Extract from : « The Imaginary Invalid » by Molire

There was a Surgeon's Hall, officers chosen by the surgeons, and bylaws.
Extract from : « Our Legal Heritage, 5th Ed. » by S. A. Reilly

Le membre à “Bylaws” est le bouchon de toutes les émotions mousseuses et généreuses qui se montrent dans la Société.
Extract from : « The Autocrat of the Breakfast-Table » by Oliver Wendell Holmes

When they read the constitution and bylaws over 'em they used to put in 'till death do us part.'
Extract from : « Homespun Tales » by Kate Douglas Wiggin

According to the bylaws, it must go over to the next regular meeting for action.
Extract from : « The Tragedy of Pudd'nhead Wilson » by Mark Twain (Samuel Clemens)

That the civill government is not so equally administered, nor can be, divers orders or bylaws considered.
Extract from : « A Source Book in American History to 1787 » by Various

The subject was referred to the Parliamentary and Bylaws Committee, who, in due course, condemned the scheme.
Extract from : « Norfolk Annals » by Charles Mackie

Synonyms for bylaws

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