plural of standard ruler

(linguistics) The form of the English language widely accepted as the usual correct form.

(sociolinguistics) A form of a language that is institutionally promoted, regarded as the most "correct" or neutral variety; used by a population for public and formal purposes.

A lamp supported by a tall vertical pole in order that light comes from above those seated in the vicinity.

(law) In tort law, the degree of caution that a reasonable person should exercise in a given situation so as to avoid causing injury.

Alternative form of bog-standard.

Alternative spelling of substandard

The official language of the People's Republic of China and the Republic of China, based on the Beijing dialect of Mandarin and accepted as a lingua franca for Han communities worldwide.

plural of standard-bearer

A person who carries a flag or banner (a standard). / (figuratively) A person who visibly leads.