noun
1. a monetary standard under which the basic unit of currency is defined by a stated quantity of gold
• Hypernyms: ↑standard, ↑monetary standard
2. a paragon of excellence
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academic education is the gold standard against which other educational activity is pejoratively judged
• Hypernyms: ↑paragon, ↑idol, ↑perfection, ↑beau ideal
Useful english dictionary. 2012.