single standard

sin·gle stand·ard

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Definitions of single standard words

noun single standard a single set of principles or rules applying to everyone, as a single moral code applying to both men and women, especially in sexual behavior. Compare double standard. 1
noun single standard monometallism. 1
noun single standard a moral code with the same standard of behavior for men and women, esp. in matters of sex 0
noun single standard monometallism 0

before 1880

One of the 23% newest English words

An Americanism dating back to 1880-85

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This term is known only to a narrow circle of people with rare knowledge. Only 5% of English native speakers know the meaning of this word.

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