Reguleerimiseks

Reguleerimiseks is an Estonian non-finite verb form derived from reguleerima (to regulate). It expresses purpose, roughly translating as "for regulation" or "in order to regulate." The form is built by adding the infinitive suffix -miseks to the verb stem and is commonly used in formal, policy, and legal texts to specify the objective of actions, plans, or measures.

Usage and meaning: Reguleerimiseks functions as a purpose infinitive. It can form phrases such as reguleerimiseks mõeldud meetmed ("measures intended for regulation"). It often follows a noun or appears with prepositional phrases to denote the aim of regulation, policy, or procedures. In many contexts it helps articulate why a particular regulation, standard, or process is being implemented.

Etymology and morphology: The form arises from reguleerima + -miseks, a standard Estonian way to form a purpose infinitive. It is not a separate lexical entry; its meaning derives from the verb and the function of the -miseks suffix in signaling purpose.

See also: reguleerimine (the act of regulating), reguleerija (regulator).