English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com
noun

Rules

noun
1
The set of official regulations that govern a game, organization, or activity.
"The referee explained the rules before the match began."

How to Use Rules

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishThe plural of "rule" — the full set of guidelines someone must follow.

Common pairings
house rules break the rules rules of the game
Study it as flashcards or scroll it in Flow — saved to your collection.
Test yourself on “Rules” A quick quiz — meaning, synonyms & usage

Fill the Gap

Can you complete this real example?

The referee explained the _____ before the match began.

Rhymes for Rules

See all rhymes for Rules →
Definitions: FreeDict original editorial