noun
compliance
kuhm-PLEYE-uhns
noun
1
The act of following rules, laws, or requests set by others.
"The factory was inspected to ensure compliance with safety regulations."
"The company hired a specialist to manage regulatory compliance."
How to Use Compliance
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishFollowing the rules — whether laws, regulations, or someone's wishes.
Common pairings
ensure compliance
compliance with regulations
compliance department
Word Forms
compliances plural
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Etymology
From comply plus the noun ending -ance.