benchmark
//ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːk//
Noun
benchmarkSingular
benchmarksPlural
1
A standard or point of reference against which things may be compared or assessed.
This test serves as a benchmark for measuring student progress.
2
A surveyor's mark cut in a wall, pillar, or building and used as a reference point in measuring altitudes.
The surveyor located the benchmark carved into the stone wall to measure the altitude of the area.
Verb
benchmarkInfinitive
benchmarkPresent tense
benchmarkedPast tense
benchmarkedPast participle
benchmarkingPresent participle
benchmarksThird-person singular
1
To evaluate or check something by comparison with a standard.
We benchmark our products against the industry leaders.