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noun standard of comparison

barometer
criterion
frame of reference
touchstone
yardstick
benchmark
gauge
guide
guideline
referral
standard
test

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measuring stick

noun. standard of comparison

barometer
benchmark
criterion
frame of reference
gauge
guide
guideline
referral
standard
test
touchstone
yardstick

Word Origin & History

1920, "act of referring," from refer + -al (2). Especially to an expert or specialist (a sense attested from 1955). Earlier word was referment (1550s).

Example Sentences for referral

If this referral is correct, the subspecies concavus probably does not occur in Tamaulipas.

Will you tell us what your position was at the time you received this referral?

Are you using the word "reference" as we use the word "referral," sir?

Yes, sir; and that he saw the applicant on that day and gave the referral.

A national information and referral service that focuses primarily on preventing drug addiction in children and adolescents.

Detailed discussion may take place and amendment, rejection, referral to another committee for further study or approval occurs.

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Synonyms for referral

measuring stick