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noun
A rule of procedure adopted by a governing body for its own internal use.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: in-plural, often
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Synonyms: rule of order, standing rule
Antonyms: none provided
noun
A rule of procedure adopted by a governing body for its own internal use.
A numbered provision within such kind of enactment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: countable, in-plural, often, singular
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Synonyms: rule of order, standing rule
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noun
A request made once for periodic fulfillment.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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noun
Transfer of a fixed amount from one bank account to another at fixed intervals (e.g. monthly bill payment)
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: banking, business
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Synonyms: banker's order
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noun
a rule of order permanently in force
Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0
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Broader terms: order, rules of order, parliamentary law, parliamentary procedure
History
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Across languages
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