Policy (Noun)

Meaning ¹

A line of argument rationalizing the course of action of a government; "they debated the policy or impolicy of the proposed legislation".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Hypernyms

• Line
• Argument
• Logical Argument
• Line Of Reasoning

Meaning ²

A plan of action adopted by an individual or social group; "it was a policy of retribution"; "a politician keeps changing his policies".

Classification

Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.

Examples

• The company's environmental policy has been a topic of discussion among stakeholders and customers alike.
• She argued that the politician's economic policy was unrealistic and would ultimately lead to more poverty.
• The city council approved a new policy that aimed to increase bike lanes and pedestrian walkways throughout the metropolitan area.
• Their insurance policy didn't cover natural disasters, which made them more vulnerable to losses from earthquakes.
• As the newly elected mayor, he campaigned on a policy of tax reform to benefit low-income families and small business owners.

Hyponyms

• Beggar-my-neighbour Policy
• Beggar-my-neighbor Strategy
• Beggar-my-neighbour Strategy

Meaning ³

Written contract or certificate of insurance; "you should have read the small print on your policy".

Classification

Nouns denoting communicative processes and contents.

Synonyms

• Insurance Policy
• Insurance

Hyponyms

• Floating Policy