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Definition of benchmark
(Entry 1 of 2)
1a : something that serves as a standard by which others may be measured or judged
a stock whose performance is a benchmark against which other stocks can be measured
b : a point of reference from which measurements may be made
c : a standardized problem or test that serves as a basis for evaluation or comparison (as of computer system performance)
2 usually bench mark : a mark on a permanent object (such as a concrete post set into the ground) indicating elevation and serving as a reference in topographic surveys and tidal observations
benchmark
verbbenchmarked; benchmarking; benchmarks
Definition of benchmark (Entry 2 of 2)
business : to study (something, such as a competitor's product or business practices) in order to improve the performance of one's own company
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The first known use of benchmark was in 1813
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