noun
yardstick
Yardstick (noun) means a measuring rod thirty-six inches (one yard) long.
noun
1
A measuring rod thirty-six inches (one yard) long.
2
A standard to which other measurements or comparisons are judged.
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Etymology
From yard + stick.
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of yardstick?
"yardstick" (noun) means a measuring rod thirty-six inches (one yard) long.
What are the different meanings of yardstick?
"yardstick" has 2 main meanings: 1. A measuring rod thirty-six inches (one yard) long; 2. A standard to which other measurements or comparisons are judged.