Definition: a statistic describing the location of a distribution
Usage: it set the norm for American homes
Similar words: statistic
Definition: a datum that can be represented numerically
Synonyms: norm
Definition: a standard or model or pattern regarded as typical
Usage: the current middle-class norm of two children per family
Similar words: standard, touchstone, measure, criterion
Definition: a basis for comparison; a reference point against which other things can be evaluated
Usage: the schools comply with federal standards; they set the measure for all subsequent work