To scientists, a theory is an explanation of some feature of the world that meets three requirements: it is supported by evidence, is testable and falsifiable, and can be used to make predictions. As the first requirement shows, âtheoryâ in scientific use does not mean âguessâ or anything similar.
Look up ordinance in Wiktionary, the free dictionary. A local ordinance is a law usually found in a code of laws for a political division smaller than a state or nation, i.e., a local government such as a municipality, county, parish, prefecture, etc. 1  1 United States.  1.1 Alabama.
The answer to these questions hinges upon a two-part inquiry. First, is the local government authorized to regulate in this area? Second, is the proposed ordinance consistent with state and federal law? The general ordinance-making powers of cities and counties are defined in G.S. 160A-174 and G.S. 153A-121.