stat·ute 
/ˈstæˌtʃu:t/ noun
plural stat·utes /ˈstæˌtʃu:t/ noun 1 : a written law that is formally created by a government [count] ▪ The state legislature passed the statute by an overwhelming margin. [noncount] ▪ business practices that are prohibited/protected by statute synonyms law 2 [count] : a written rule or regulation
▪ college/university statutes
▪ college/university statutes
