To be in accordance with a set of specifications or regulations, or with a policy or guideline.
To act in accordance with expectations; to behave in the manner of others, especially as a result of social pressure.
To make similar in form or nature; to make suitable for a purpose; to adapt.
To control or direct according to rule, principle, or law.
To put or maintain in order.
To adjust to a particular specification or requirement: regulate temperature.
To dictate policy.
To adjust (a mechanism) for accurate and proper functioning.