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yardstick

yard·stick [ yrd stìk ] (plural yard·sticks)


noun 
Definition:
 
1. yard-long measuring stick: a measuring stick one yard long, usually marked in feet and inches

2. standard of comparison: a standard used to judge the quality, value, or success of something

[Early 19th century. <yard1]
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