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policy (EN)
noun

noun “policy”

singular policy, plural policies or uncountable
  1. a formal principle or set of guidelines used by an organization or government to manage actions or decisions
    The government introduced a new health policy to provide free vaccinations for children.
  2. a document describing guidelines used by an organization
    They asked everyone to read the company policy carefully before signing the agreement.
  3. a principle upon which one's behaviour is based
    It might be good policy to remain silent until you fully understand the situation.
  4. a contract of insurance
    John decided to buy a home insurance policy after a severe storm damaged his roof.