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statutes
[/ˈstætʃuːts/]
noun
pl: statutes
estatutos
1.
Written laws enacted by a legislative body
The new statutes were passed by Congress last month.
Os novos estatutos foram aprovados pelo Congresso no mês passado.
2.
Rules or regulations established by an organization or institution
The university's statutes govern student conduct and academic standards.
Os estatutos da universidade regulam a conduta dos estudantes e os padrões acadêmicos.
3.
Fixed rules or requirements prescribed by law
According to the statutes, the company must hold an annual meeting.
De acordo com os estatutos, a empresa deve realizar uma reunião anual.
Synonyms
laws
regulations
ordinances
rules
acts
bylaws
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
estatutos
Most common term for organizational rules and written laws
Portugal
estatutos
Standard usage for laws and organizational regulations
Brazil
leis
Used interchangeably when referring to enacted legislation
Portugal
regulamentos
Alternative term emphasizing regulatory aspects
Related Idioms & Phrases
to abide by the statutes
within the statutes
contrary to the statutes
statute of limitations
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