👉 A principle or example or measure used for comparison.
Alright class, settle down, let’s take a look! That word “standard,” you see, is quite a treat, It’s more than just a simple, quick repeat. The dictionary's right, it's true and bold, “A principle or example, a measure to behold!” Let’s break it down with a little rhyme, To make this concept perfectly sublime. Think of it like this: Imagine a ruler bright, Measuring your desk with all its might! That ruler is the standard , clear and neat, A way to compare things, bittersweet – (Bittersweet because sometimes we don't measure up!) It can be a rule, a way to do, Like spelling rules for me and you. Or maybe a height, a weight, or size, Used as a benchmark, before your eyes! A standard’s there to help us see, How things compare, consistently! So, "standard" means a point of reference true, Something we use to measure something new. Do you have any questions? Don't be shy, Let's talk about standards and how they apply!