par
UK: pɑː | US: pɑːr
n. 1. The standard or normal level, value, or condition (e.g., "on par with expectations").
n. 2. In golf, the number of strokes a skilled player should require to complete a hole or course.
adj. 3. Equal in value or standing; equivalent (e.g., "par results").
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The word "par" originates directly from Latin par, meaning "equal." It entered English in the 16th century via financial and sporting contexts, where it denoted equivalence or standard value. In golf, it was adopted in the late 19th century to represent the ideal score for a hole. The term's simplicity and broad applicability have kept its meaning consistent across centuries.
Her performance was on par with the best in the industry.
The golfer finished the course two strokes under par.
The two teams are roughly at par in terms of skill.
The currency traded at par with the dollar last week.
He struggled to meet par in the final round of the tournament.