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A rule is:

  • Rewrite ruleRewrite rule

    Rewrite rule in generative grammar is a rule of the form A ? X where A is a syntactic category label, such as noun phrase or...
    , in generative grammar and computer science
  • StandardizationStandardization

    Standardization or standardisation , in the context related to technologies and industries, is the process of establis...
    , a formal and widely-accepted statement, fact, definition, or qualification
  • OperationOperator

    In mathematics, an operator is a function, usually of a special kind depending on the topic....
    , a determinate rule (method) for performing a mathematical operation and obtaining a certain result (Mathematics, Logic)
    • Unary operationUnary operation

      In mathematics, a unary operation is an operation with only one operand....
    • Binary operationBinary operation

      In mathematics, a binary operation is a calculation involving two input quantities, in other words, an operation whose arity...
  • Rule of inferenceRule of inference

    In logic, especially in mathematical logic, a rule of inference is a scheme for constructing valid inferences....
    , a function from sets of formulae to formulae (Mathematics, Logic)
  • Rule of thumbRule of thumb

    A rule of thumb is a principle with broad application that is not intended to be strictly accurate or reliable for every sit...
    , principle with broad application that is not intended to be strictly accurate or reliable for every situation. Also often simply referred to as a rule
  • MoralMoral

    A moral is a message conveyed or a lesson to be learned from a story or event....
    , an atomic element of a moral code for guiding choices in human behavior
  • HeuristicHeuristic

    A heuristic is a replicable method or approach for directing one's attention in learning, discovery, or problem-solving....
    , a quantized "rule" which shows a tendency or probability for successful function
  • A regulationRegulation of sport

    The regulation of sport is usually done by a regulatory body for each sport, resulting in a core of relatively invariant, ag...
    , as in sports
  • Procedural lawProcedural law Summary

    Procedural law comprises the rules by which a court hears and determines what happens in civil or criminal proceedings....
    , a ruleset governing the application of laws to cases
    • A lawLaw

      Law is the set of rules or norms of conduct which forbid, permit or mandate specified actions and relationships among people...
      , which may informally be called a "rule"
    • A court ruling, a decision by a court
  • In the U.S. GovernmentFederal government of the United States

    The government of the United States of America, established by the U.S....
    , a regulationRulemaking

    In administrative law, rulemaking refers to the process that executive agencies use to create, or promulgate, regulation...
     mandated by CongressUnited States Congress

    The United States Congress is the legislature of the United States federal government....
    , but written or expanded upon by the Executive BranchExecutive (government)

    The executive is the branch of a government charged with implementing, or executing, the law and running the day-to-day ...
    .
  • Norm (sociology)Norm (sociology) Summary

    In sociology, a norm, or social norm, is a rule that is socially enforced....
    , an informal but widely accepted rule, concept, truth, definition, or qualification (social norms, legal norms, coding norms)
  • Norm (philosophy)Norm (philosophy)

    Norms are a sort of sentences or sentence meanings, the most common of which are commands and permissions....
    , a kind of sentence or a reason to act, feel or believe
  • "Rulership" is the concept of governanceGovernance

    The term governance deals with the processes and systems by which an organization or society operates....
     by a government:
    • Military ruleMilitary rule

      Military rule may mean:* Militarism or militarist ideology - the ideology of government as best served when under mil...
      , governance by a military body
    • Monastic rule, a collection of precepts that guides the life of monks or nuns in a religious order where the superior holds the place of Christ

Other uses

  • Rule (song)Rule (song)

    "Rule" is the first single from rapper Nas' 2001 album Stillmatic....
    , a song by rapper Nas
  • RulerRuler Summary

    A ruler or rule is an instrument used in geometry, technical drawing and engineering/building to measure distances and...
    , an instrument for measuring lengths
  • Rule, a component of an astrolabeAstrolabe

    The astrolabe is a historical astronomical instrument used by classical astronomers and astrologers....
    , circumferator or similar instrument
  • Rule of thumbRule of thumb

    A rule of thumb is a principle with broad application that is not intended to be strictly accurate or reliable for every sit...
    , AcquisitionAcquisition

    Acquisition may refer to:...
    , a set of guidelines intended to ensure the profitability of businesses owned by the ultra-capitalist Ferengi in the fictional Star Trek universe
  • The RulesThe Rules

    The Rules: Time-Tested Secrets for Capturing the Heart of Mr....
    , a bestselling self-help book
  • RULE ProjectRULE Project

    RULE is a project that aims to use up-to-date Linux software on old PCs, by recompiling and changing some code to recent pro...
     (Run Up-to-date Linux Everywhere) is a project that aims to use up-to-date Linux software on old PCs
  • Rule engine, a software system that helps managing business rules
  • Ja RuleJa Rule

    Jeffery Atkins This album featured other Murder Inc....
    , a hip hop artist
    • R.U.L.E.R.U.L.E.

      R.U.L.E. is an 2004 album by rapper Ja Rule....
      , a 2005 greatest hits album by rapper Ja Rule