par has definitions from the fields of mathematics,sport,golf
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[ noun ] (in golf) the standard number of strokes set for each hole on a golf course, or for the entire course

Examples

"a par-5 hole" "par for this course is 72"

Used in print

(The New York Times,...)

A_couple_of weeks ago , he scored a monstrous 12 on a par 5 hole .

The world 's best golfer , shooting below par , came to the last hole of the opening round of the Los_Angeles_open with every intention of delivering a final crusher .

Related terms

score golf

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[ noun ] a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced

Examples

"on a par with the best"

Used in print

(Kenneth Reiner, "Coping with Runaway Technology"...)

Its growth continues steadily on a par with past growth ; and no limitation is in_evidence .

Related terms

status tie equate

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[ verb ] (sport,golf) make a score (on a hole) equal to par; in golf

Related terms

score golf

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