noun
Rules
noun
1
The set of official regulations that govern a game, organization, or activity.
"The referee explained the rules before the match began."
How to Use Rules
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe plural of "rule" — the full set of guidelines someone must follow.
Common pairings
house rules
break the rules
rules of the game
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The referee explained the _____ before the match began.