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Meaning of yardstick
A yardstick is a primary unit of measurement or a standard used for evaluation.
Etymology of yardstick
The word "yardstick" originated in the 15th century, derived from the Old English words "geard" (rod or stick) and "stycce" (stick), with the term "yard" referring to a unit of measurement equal to three feet.
Historically, a yardstick was a physical tool used for measuring lengths, but over time, the term has also come to be used figuratively to describe a standard or criterion for evaluation.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A yardstick is a straight edge or rod, typically three feet long, used for measuring distances or dimensions.
- A yardstick can also refer to a standard or criterion used for evaluation or assessment.
Usage Examples
- The company uses customer satisfaction as a yardstick to measure the success of their products.
- The new policy will be a yardstick for future decisions on environmental issues.
- The teacher used a yardstick to measure the height of the students in the class.
Antonyms
variable
inconsistent
unreliable
untrustworthy
arbitrary
capricious
random
subjective
relative
uncertain
vague
ambiguous
unclear
undefined
unmeasured
immeasurable
unquantifiable
intangible
elusive