De benchmark
Example: De benchmark helpt ons de prestaties van het systeem te evalueren.
Definition
"De benchmark" refers to a standard or point of reference used to measure and compare the performance or quality of a system, process, or product. It helps evaluate how well something performs relative to established criteria or competitors.
Etymology
The term "de benchmark" comes from the English word 'benchmark,' originally meaning a mark cut into a bench or surface used by surveyors as a reference point. Over time, it evolved to signify a standard for measurement or comparison. The Dutch adopted it directly, maintaining its meaning in performance evaluation contexts.
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"De benchmark" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Data & AI - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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