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defined regulations

[dɪˈfaɪnd ˌrɛɡjəˈleɪʃənz]
noun phrasefemininepl: defined regulations
regulações definidas
1. Rules or requirements that have been clearly established and set forth in explicit terms
The company must comply with the defined regulations set by the government agency.
A empresa deve cumprir as regulações definidas estabelecidas pela agência governamental.
2. Legal or administrative rules that are specific, precise, and clearly stated
Under the defined regulations, all employees must wear safety equipment.
Sob as regulações definidas, todos os funcionários devem usar equipamento de segurança.
Synonyms
established rulesset guidelinesprescribed regulationsspecific requirementsclear directives
Antonyms
undefined regulationsvague guidelinesambiguous rulesunclear requirements

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
regulações definidas
Most common usage
São Paulo
regulações definidas
Standard business and legal terminology
Portugal
regulamentações definidas
Alternative form more commonly used in European Portuguese

Related Idioms & Phrases

play by the rules
follow the guidelines
stick to the regulations
within the parameters
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