v. Function: verb
1
Synonyms: DICTATE , decree, impose, lay down, ordain, set
2 to fix arbitrarily or authoritatively for the sake of order or of a clear understanding FF1C; the Constitution prescribes the conditions under which it may be amended FF1E;
Synonyms: assign, define, lay down
Related Words: establish, fix, set, settle; decide, determine; choose, pick out, select