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1. yardstick

noun. ['ˈjɑːrdˌstɪk'] a measure or standard used for comparison.

Etymology

  • stick (English)
  • stiken (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • yard (English)
  • geard (Old English (ca. 450-1100))

Rhymes with Yardstick

  • broomstick
  • candlestick
  • capstick
  • chopstick
  • dipstick
  • joystick
  • krutick
  • lipstick
  • nightstick
  • pitstick
  • slapstick

Sentences with yardstick


1. Noun, singular or mass
Measure the length with a yardstick and mark it with a pencil.

2. yardstick

noun. ['ˈjɑːrdˌstɪk'] a ruler or tape that is three feet long.

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Etymology

  • stick (English)
  • stiken (Middle English (1100-1500))
  • yard (English)
  • geard (Old English (ca. 450-1100))