standard [OFr, estandart] , 1. n., an evaluation that serves as a basis for comparison for evaluating similar phenomena or substances, such as a standard for the preparation of a pharmaceutic substance or a standard for the practice of a profession. 2. n., a pharmaceutic preparation or a chemical substance of known quantity, ingredients, and strength that is used to determine the constituents or the strength of another preparation. 3. adj., of known value, strength, quality, or ingredients. 4. n., predetermined criteria used to provide guidance in the operation of a health care facility to ensure high-quality performance by the personnel. −standardize, v.
