De norm
Example: De norm voor veiligheid in de techniek is belangrijk.
Definition
"De norm" refers to a standard or guideline used in technical fields to ensure safety, quality, or consistency. It represents an agreed-upon criterion that must be met or followed, such as safety norms in engineering or technical practices.
Etymology
The term "de norm" comes from the Latin word 'norma,' which originally meant a carpenter's square or rule, symbolizing a pattern or standard. Over time, it evolved in Dutch to signify a benchmark or rule used to regulate technical and other professional fields.
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"De norm" appears in the Vocaplus list "Dutch - Engineering - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 159 commonly used words.
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