policy

pol-i-cy · noun

imported

Definitions

noun

  1. 1.

    A course or principle of action adopted or proposed by an organization or individual.

  2. 2.

    A contract of insurance.

  3. 3.

    A wise or prudent course of action.

Forms

plural: policies

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    foreign policy — A government's strategy for dealing with other nations.
  • •
    policy maker — Someone who creates official policies.
  • •
    insurance policy — A contract that provides financial protection.
  • •
    open-door policy — A policy of welcoming all who wish to come.
  • •
    zero tolerance policy — Strict enforcement without exceptions.

Related words

See also: guideline, politics, rule, strategy
Synonyms: guideline, plan, procedure, strategy

Etymology

From Old French policie ("civil administration"), via Latin from Greek politeia ("citizenship, government"), from polites ("citizen"), from polis ("city").