noun
accordance
uh-KAW-duhns
noun
1
Agreement or conformity, especially with a rule or plan.
"The building was constructed in accordance with local safety codes."
"She acted in accordance with company policy."
How to Use Accordance
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishMostly used in the fixed phrase "in accordance with," meaning "following" or "matching" a rule.
Common pairings
in accordance with
Word Forms
accordances plural
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The building was constructed in _____ with local safety codes.