standards

1. a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluatedExamples: "the schools comply with federal standards"; "they set the measure for all subsequent work"Synonyms: criterion, measure, standard, touchstone

2. the ideal in terms of which something can be judgedExamples: "they live by the standards of their community"Synonyms: criterion, standard

3. a board measure = 1980 board feetSynonyms: standard

4. the value behind the money in a monetary systemSynonyms: monetary standard, standard

5. an upright pole or beam (especially one used as a support)Examples: "distance was marked by standards every mile"; "lamps supported on standards provided illumination"Synonyms: standard

6. any distinctive flagSynonyms: banner, standard