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CFR

n. uncountable
C2 Proficiency cfr

n. Stands for Code of Federal Regulations. A large set of books that contains all the official rules and laws made by the United States government departments.

n. Abbreviation for Code of Federal Regulations. The codification of the general and permanent rules and regulations published in the Federal Register by the executive departments and agencies of the federal government of the United States.


SIMPLE

The company must follow the rules in the CFR.

CONTEXTUAL

Lawyers often consult the CFR to ensure their clients are in compliance with specific environmental protection standards.

COMPLEX

Navigating the CFR requires a sophisticated understanding of administrative law, as the regulations are organized into fifty titles that cover broad areas subject to federal oversight.

Usage

Usually preceded by the definite article 'the'. When referring to a specific section, it is often followed by a title and part number.

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