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Synonyms
reg·u·la·tion (rĕǵyə-lā́shən)

noun 

  1. The act of regulating or the state of being regulated.
  2. A principle, rule, or law designed to control or govern conduct.
  3. A governmental order having the force of law. Also called executive order
  4. Embryology The capacity of an embryo to continue normal development following injury to or alteration of a structure.
  5. Sports The standard playing period for a timed game, prior to overtime or a shootout.