policy
Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English 5++LDOCE 5++pol·i·cy /ˈpɒləsi $ ˈpɑː-/ ●●● S3 W1 AWL noun (plural policies) 1 [countable, uncountable]PLAN a way of doing something that has been officially agreed and chosen by a political party, a business, or another organization 政策，方针foreign/economic/public etc policy a foreign policy adviser 外交政策顾问 The company has adopted a strict no-smoking policy. 该公司实行了严格的禁烟制度。policy on/towards government policy on higher education 政府的高等教育政策 US policy towards China 美国的对华政策it is (somebody’s) policy to do something It is hospital policy to screen all mothers with certain risk factors. 所有母亲都须接受某些风险因素的筛查，这是医院的规定。► see thesaurus at plan2 [countable]BFI a contract with an insurance company, or an official written statement giving all the details of such a contract 保险单 an insurance policy 保险单 There’s a clause in the policy that I’d like to discuss. 保险单中有一个条款我想商讨一下。 I’ve just renewed the policy (=arranged for it to continue). 我刚刚续保。 Does the policy cover theft and fire? 这份保险承保失窃和火灾吗？ You can take out a policy (=buy one) for as little as $11.00 a month. 你每月只需花费区区11美元就可买一份保险。3 [countable]PLAN a particular principle that you believe in and that influences the way you behave 〔处事〕原则，策略it is somebody’s policy to do something It’s always been my policy not to gossip. 不说三道四是我一贯的处事原则。n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 1: a way of doing something that has been officially agreed and chosen by a political party, a business, or another organizationADJECTIVES/NOUN + policygovernment/public/state policyGovernment spending is determined by government policy.party policyState ownership is party policy.company/hospital/university etc policyIt is not company policy to offer refunds.foreign policySupport for human rights is a key element in our foreign policy.economic/fiscal policyThe middle classes have suffered most as a result of government economic policies.defence/energy/housing etc policyOur energy policies must put the environment first.a deliberate policySome customers pursue a deliberate policy of delaying payment.a clear policyThere was no clear policy on this matter.a coherent policy (=one in which all the parts of the policy work well together)A long-term coherent policy for industry is needed.verbsformulate/develop a policyWe try to formulate policies that will meet the needs of the people.make policy (=decide what it will be)A committee of representatives makes policy.shape policy (=develop it or have an influence on it)These terrorist acts will not be allowed to shape our foreign policy.adopt a policy (=use one)He adopted a policy of radical reform.implement a policy (=take action in the way that has been decided)Local government is responsible for implementing central government policy.pursue/follow a policy (=continue with a policy over a period of time)The organization is pursuing a policy of cost cutting.reverse a policy (=stop a policy and change it)The new government set about reversing previous policies.a policy aims at something/to do something (=tries to achieve something)The policy aimed to reduce the budget deficit.policy + NOUNa policy decisionNo policy decision can be made until the next meeting.a policy statementThere has been no policy statement on this from the French government. a policy changeThere have been numerous policy changes in recent months.a policy issueHe rarely consulted him on general policy issues.a policy maker (=someone who decides on what it should be)Policy makers have not dealt with the issue very effectively.a policy objectiveHow can we best achieve our policy objectives?a policy initiative (=something done to achieve a policy's goals)The policy initiatives have focused on the inner cities.phrasesa change of/in policyThis decision represented a major change in policy.a shift in policy (=a small change)The shift in policy placed more emphasis on teachers' assessments of students' progress.a reversal of policy (=a change back to what it was before)The strength of this opposition forced a rapid reversal of policy.n COLLOCATIONS – Meaning 2: a contract with an insurance company, or an official written statement giving all the details of such a contractNOUN + policyan insurance policyIs the damage covered by your insurance policy?a life policy/life insurance policy (=one that will pay out money if you die)New homeowners must usually buy a life policy before they can get a mortgage.a contents policy British English (=one that will pay out money if things in your home are damaged or stolen)Most basic contents policies cover accidents to mirrors.verbstake out/buy a policy (=arrange it)People with children should take out a life insurance policy.renew a policy (=buy it again, especially regularly)The policy must be renewed every year.a policy covers something (=will pay out money in relation to it)The policy does not cover dental bills.a policy pays out (=pays you money when you claim it)I thought my insurance policy would pay out.
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policy• A new ruler might adopt a policy of drastically cutting back oil production in order to boost prices.• US foreign policy• On the other hand, not every organization needs a formal policy in order to be prepared.• I make it my policy not to gossip.• The only exception to this new policy would be Visa cards.• Evaluations of policies are conducted through research and expert analysis supported by the Presidium's administrative staff.• Most large companies these days operate an equal opportunities policy.• It is not our policy to reveal our clients' names.• the government's policy on Europe• Your homeowner's policy probably doesn't cover damage to your house from mudslides.• Few journalists liked Reagan's policies.• The Cuban revolution resulted in a reassessment of Washington's policy towards the Third World generally.• McBride can put his luck down to criticism from scribes down south earlier in the season, rather than bad selection policy.• Tax policy would be ruled by stubborn one-third minorities, many among them cruising for policy payoffs to drop their opposition.it is (somebody’s) policy to do something• But, as a means of maintaining good swards, it is a good policy to mix sheep with cattle.take out ... policy• People taking out policies of the kind just described are committing themselves to paying premiums as part of a long-term contract.• It is possible for a Policyholder to take out a policy without the benefit of index-linking.• I know of a fellow of over sixty who took out a policy.• Your best bet is to let the insurance company know that you have a fish tank before you take out a policy.it is somebody’s policy to do something• But, as a means of maintaining good swards, it is a good policy to mix sheep with cattle.From Longman Business Dictionarypolicypol‧i‧cy /ˈpɒləsiˈpɑː-/ noun plural policies1[countable] (also insurance policy)INSURANCE a contract with an insurance company, or an official written statement giving all the details of such a contractShe did not realize that her policy had expired.If the watch is stolen, your insurance policy might reimburse only $5,000.Your account number is printed on the top of your policy document.2[countable, uncountable] a course of action that has been officially agreed and chosen by a political party, business, or other organizationpolicy onA review of Britain’s policy on mergers is overdue.It’s company policy not to give interviews to the press.The two ministers disagreed on certain aspects of economic policy. → credit policy → dear-money policy → domestic policy → fiscal policy → foreign policy → incomes policy → monetary policy → open-door policyOrigin policy 1. (1300-1400) Old French policie, from Late Latin politia; → POLICE12. (1500-1600) French police “document, certificate”, from Old Italian polizza, from Greek apodeixis “proof”pol·i·cy noun →n COLLOCATIONS1 →n COLLOCATIONS2LDOCE OnlineChineseSyllable
that of something Corpus a way Business has doing
policy
pol‧i‧cy S3 W1 AC /ˈpɒləsi, ˈpɒlɪsi $ ˈpɑː-/
noun (plural policies)
Language: French
Origin: police 'document, certificate', from Old Italian polizza, from Greek apodeixis 'proof'1. [uncountable and countable] a way of doing something that has been officially agreed and chosen by a political party, a business, or another organization
foreign/economic/public etc policy
a foreign policy adviser
The company has adopted a strict no-smoking policy.
policy on/towards
government policy on higher education
US policy towards China
it is (sb’s) policy to do something
It is hospital policy to screen all mothers with certain risk factors.
2. [countable] a contract with an insurance company, or an official written statement giving all the details of such a contract:
an insurance policy
There’s a clause in the policy that I’d like to discuss.
I’ve just renewed the policy (=arranged for it to continue).
Does the policy cover theft and fire?
You can take out a policy (=buy one) for as little as $11.00 a month.
3. [countable] a particular principle that you believe in and that influences the way you behave
it is sb’s policy to do something
It’s always been my policy not to gossip.
■ ADJECTIVES/NOUN + policy
▪government/public/state policy Government spending is determined by government policy.
▪party policy State ownership is party policy.
▪company/hospital/university etc policy It is not company policy to offer refunds.
▪foreign policy Support for human rights is a key element in our foreign policy.
▪economic/fiscal policy The middle classes have suffered most as a result of government economic policies.
▪defence/energy/housing etc policy Our energy policies must put the environment first.
▪a deliberate policy Some customers pursue a deliberate policy of delaying payment.
▪a clear policy There was no clear policy on this matter.
▪a coherent policy (=one in which all the parts of the policy work well together) A long-term coherent policy for industry is needed.
■ verbs
▪formulate/develop a policy We try to formulate policies that will meet the needs of the people.
▪make policy (=decide what it will be) A committee of representatives makes policy.
▪shape policy (=develop it or have an influence on it) These terrorist acts will not be allowed to shape our foreign policy.
▪adopt a policy (=use one) He adopted a policy of radical reform.
▪implement a policy (=take action in the way that has been decided) Local government is responsible for implementing central government policy.
▪pursue/follow a policy (=continue with a policy over a period of time) The organization is pursuing a policy of cost cutting.
▪reverse a policy (=stop a policy and change it) The new government set about reversing previous policies.
▪a policy aims at something/to do something (=tries to achieve something) The policy aimed to reduce the budget deficit.
■ policy + NOUN
▪a policy decision No policy decision can be made until the next meeting.
▪a policy statement There has been no policy statement on this from the French government.
▪a policy change There have been numerous policy changes in recent months.
▪a policy issue He rarely consulted him on general policy issues.
▪a policy maker (=someone who decides on what it should be) Policy makers have not dealt with the issue very effectively.
▪a policy objective How can we best achieve our policy objectives?
▪a policy initiative (=something done to achieve a policy's goals) The policy initiatives have focused on the inner cities.
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▪a change of/in policy This decision represented a major change in policy.
▪a shift in policy (=a small change) The shift in policy placed more emphasis on teachers' assessments of students' progress.
▪a reversal of policy (=a change back to what it was before) The strength of this opposition forced a rapid reversal of policy.
■ NOUN + policy
▪an insurance policy Is the damage covered by your insurance policy?
▪a life policy/life insurance policy (=one that will pay out money if you die) New homeowners must usually buy a life policy before they can get a mortgage.
▪a contents policy British English (=one that will pay out money if things in your home are damaged or stolen) Most basic contents policies cover accidents to mirrors.
■ verbs
▪take out/buy a policy (=arrange it) People with children should take out a life insurance policy.
▪renew a policy (=buy it again, especially regularly) The policy must be renewed every year.
▪a policy covers something (=will pay out money in relation to it) The policy does not cover dental bills.
▪a policy pays out (=pays you money when you claim it) I thought my insurance policy would pay out.
▪ plan a set of actions for achieving something in the future, especially a set of actions that has been considered carefully and in detail: Leaders outlined a plan to end the fighting.
▪plot/conspiracy a secret plan to do something bad or illegal, made by a group of people: There was a plot to assassinate the President. | a terrorist conspiracy
▪scheme British English an official plan that is intended to help people: The government has introduced a new scheme to help young people find work.
▪strategy a carefully designed plan which is intended to achieve a particular purpose over a long period of time: the company’s business strategy | The government’s economic strategy has been criticized by many experts. | We need to develop effective strategies for combating the sale of counterfeit goods.
▪initiative a new plan for dealing with a particular problem or for achieving a particular aim: a peace initiative | a major new initiative to tackle street crime
▪policy a plan that members of a government, political party, company etc agree on, that states how they intend to deal with a particular subject or problem: the government’s immigration policy | It’s company policy to allow people to work from home.
▪programme British English, program American English a series of activities that a government or organization organizes, which aims to achieve something important and will continue for a long time: a five-year programme which will create 2000 new jobs | federal programs for low-income housing
pol‧i‧cy S3 W1 AC /ˈpɒləsi, ˈpɒlɪsi $ ˈpɑː-/
noun (plural policies) Sense 2
Date: 1500-1600Language: French
Origin: police 'document, certificate', from Old Italian polizza, from Greek apodeixis 'proof'
foreign/economic/public etc policy
policy on/towards
it is (sb’s) policy to do something
2. [countable] a contract with an insurance company, or an official written statement giving all the details of such a contract:
3. [countable] a particular principle that you believe in and that influences the way you behave
it is sb’s policy to do something
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Power 权力
create/form/be the leader of a political party创建／组建／领导政党 gain/take/win/lose/regain control of Congress获得／失去／夺回对国会的控制权 start/spark/lead/be on the brink of a revolution发起／引发／领导一场革命；革命一触即发 be engaged/locked in an internal power struggle参与／陷入内部权力斗争 lead/form a rival/breakaway faction领导／组建反对派／分裂派 seize/take control of the government/power夺取／接手对政府／政权的控制权 bring down/overthrow/topple the government/president/regime推翻政府／总统／政权 abolish/overthrow/restore the monarchy废除／推翻／恢复君主制 establish/install a military dictatorship/a stable government建立军事独裁／稳定的政府 be forced/removed/driven from office/power被迫离职／下台；被免职／赶下台 resign/step down as party leader/an MP/president/prime minister辞去政党领袖／议员／总统／总理的职位 enter/retire from/return to political life开始／退出／重回政治生涯
Political debate 政治辩论
spark/provoke a heated/hot/intense/lively debate引发激烈的辩论 engage in/participate in/contribute to (the) political/public debate (on/over sth)参与（关于某事的）政治／公开辩论 get involved in/feel excluded from the political process参与／感觉被排挤出政治进程 launch/start/lead/spearhead a campaign/movement发起／领导一场运动 join/be linked with the peace/anti-war/feminist/civil rights movement参与和平／反战／女权／民权运动；与和平／反战／女权／民权运动有联系 criticize/speak out against/challenge/support the government批评／公开反对／质疑／支持政府 lobby/put pressure on the government (to do sth)游说／施压于政府（去做某事） come under fire/pressure from opposition parties受到来自反对党的抨击／压力
Policy 政策
call for/demand/propose/push for/advocate democratic/political/land reform(s)呼吁／强烈要求／提议／敦促／倡导民主／政治／土地改革 formulate/implement domestic economic policy制定／执行国内经济政策 change/influence/shape/have an impact on government/economic/public policy改变／影响政府／经济／公共政策 be consistent with/be in line with/go against/be opposed to government policy符合／违背政府政策 reform/restructure/modernize the tax system改革／重组／革新税收制度 privatize/improve/deliver/make cuts in public services私有化／改善／提供／削减公共服务 invest (heavily) in/spend sth on schools/education/public services/(the) infrastructure在学校／教育／公共服务／基础设施上投入（大量）资金 nationalize the banks/the oil industry使银行／石油产业国有化 promise/propose/deliver/give ($80 billion in/significant/substantial/massive) tax cuts承诺／提议／兑现／实行（800 亿美元／大幅度的）减税 a/the budget is approved/ ( especially
NAmE passed by parliament/congress预算经议会／国会通过
Making laws 制定法律
have a majority in/have seats in Parliament/Congress/the Senate在议会／国会／参议院中占多数席位／占有席位 propose/sponsor a bill/legislation/a resolution提交议案／法规／决议 introduce/bring in/draw up/draft/adopt/pass a bill/a law/legislation/measures推出／提出／拟定／起草／采用／通过议案／法律／法规／措施 amend/repeal an act/a law/legislation修正／废除法案／法律／法规 veto/vote against/oppose a bill/legislation/a measure/a proposal/a resolution否决／投票反对／反对议案／法规／措施／提议／决议 get/require/be decided by a majority vote获得／需要多数票；由多数票决定