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Definition yardstick in British English

yardstick noun

[countable] noun
/ˈjɑː(r)dˌstɪk/
1

a stick that is one yard in length, used for measuring things

Synonyms and related words
adjustable spanner Allen key applicator
2

something that you compare similar things to, as a way of judging their quality or value

Synonyms and related words
standard quality performance
Definition yardstick in British English