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How to pronounce policy
Say it like this: /ˈpɑ.lə.si/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does policy mean?
nounA principle of behaviour, conduct which an entity (government, organization, etc.) applies or seeks to follow, especially as formally expressed by an authoritative body.
“The Communist Party has a policy of returning power to the workers.”
A document describing such a policy.
“Please print extra copies of this policy and post them where it will be easy for everyone to see.”
Wise, advantageous, or politic conduct; prudence, formerly also with connotations of craftiness.
verbTo regulate by laws; to reduce to order.
“Policying of cities.”
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