English · Science & Technology
benchmark
/ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːrk/
[/ˈbɛntʃˌmɑːrk/]
standard for comparison
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A standard or reference point against which things may be compared or assessed.
Example
This processor sets a new benchmark for speed and energy efficiency in laptops.
This processor sets a new benchmark for speed and energy efficiency in laptops.
Etymology
From surveyors' marks cut into stone as reference points; figurative and computing senses are modern.
How & Where It’s Used
Used in performance testing, finance, and competitive analysis.