American-standard
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/əˈmɛrɪkən-ˈstændərd/
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/əˈmɛrɪkən-ˈstændəd/
U.S. norm / U.S. specification
Etymology
'American-standard' is a compound of 'American' and 'standard'. 'American' derives from 'America', the name applied in honor of the explorer Amerigo Vespucci. 'Standard' comes into English via Old French 'estandart' and Medieval Latin influences, meaning a flag or established rule.
'American' developed from the place name 'America' (named after 'Amerigo'), becoming the adjective form 'American' in Modern English. 'Standard' changed from Old French 'estandart' (originally a flag or rallying sign) through Middle English into the modern sense of an accepted measure or specification; combining the two produced the compound meaning 'a standard associated with America'.
Originally, 'standard' could mean a flag or emblem; over time it shifted to mean a rule, measure, or specification. 'American-standard' therefore evolved to mean a rule/measure associated with the United States rather than a physical flag.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a standard or specification that is established or commonly accepted in the United States (countable).
This bridge was designed according to the American-standard for load capacity.
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Noun 2
a proper name: 'American Standard', a brand/company known for plumbing fixtures and HVAC equipment (used as a trade name).
The restroom fixtures were made by American-standard in this building.
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Adjective 1
conforming to the technical, cultural, or customary standards commonly used in the United States.
The appliance was built to American-standard safety requirements.
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Last updated: 2026/01/12 17:01