measuring scale; benchmark; sight scale
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesnoun
measuring scale with markings
formalCommonly used in surveying, construction, and hydrological work.
The engineer measured the height of the building with a measuring scale.
The river management staff recorded the flood season water depth with a scale rod.
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The scale rod at the construction site clearly marks height scales every meter.
This portable measuring scale is suitable for outdoor topographic surveys.
Reservoir managers check the water level reading on the scale rod every day.
noun
benchmark; standard for judgment
neutralUsed in abstract contexts to refer to a fixed criterion for evaluation.
Whether the masses are satisfied is an important benchmark for evaluating cadres.
Fairness and justice are the core benchmarks for measuring the degree of social civilization.
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Product quality is a key benchmark for the survival and development of enterprises.
This report provides an important reference benchmark for industry development.
Students' comprehensive abilities have become an important benchmark for evaluating educational outcomes.
noun
general term for sight scale
technicalRefers to the sighting scale on firearms to adjust shooting aiming points.
New recruits learn how to adjust the sight scale on firearms to aim at targets.
The sight scale of this rifle can adapt to shooting needs for different ranges.
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When maintaining firearms, pay attention to checking the calibration of the sight scale.
Snipers will fine-tune the scale marks according to the distance.
The sight scale design of old-fashioned rifles is relatively simple but practical.