Alternative forms

• by-law
• by law
• bye-law

Etymology

Alteration of byrlaw, but popularly interpreted as by- + law.

Pronunciation

• (UK) IPA: /ba.l"/, SAMPA: /"baI.lO:/

Noun

bylaw (plural bylaws)

1. A local custom or law of a settlement or district.
2. A rule made by a local authority to regulate its own affairs.
3. A law or rule governing the internal affairs of an organization (e.g., corporation or business).

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