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policy in Malay

polisi

UK/ˈpɒl.ə.si//ˈpɑ.lə.si/

policy in Malay: polisi. In English, policy means a principle of behaviour, conduct which an entity (government, organization, etc.) applies or seeks to follow, especially as formally expressed by an authoritative body.

Malay words for policy

principle of conduct
polisi

English meaning of policy

  1. noun A principle of behaviour, conduct which an entity (government, organization, etc.) applies or seeks to follow, especially as formally expressed by an authoritative body.
  2. noun A document describing such a policy.
  3. noun Wise, advantageous, or politic conduct; prudence, formerly also with connotations of craftiness.
  4. noun Specifically, political shrewdness or (formerly) cunning; statecraft.

Full definition of policy

policy in a sentence

  • The Communist Party has a policy of returning power to the workers.
  • It's company policy that all mobile phones are forbidden in meetings.
  • Federal policy is constructed in complex ways, involving legislation, regulation, and lobbying.

Synonyms of policy

policy in other languages

Questions about policy in Malay

What is the meaning of policy in Malay?
Policy in Malay is polisi.
Apakah maksud policy dalam bahasa Melayu?
Policy: polisi.
What does policy mean in English?
Policy means a principle of behaviour, conduct which an entity (government, organization, etc.) applies or seeks to follow, especially as formally expressed by an authoritative body.

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