Meaning & Definition of word "Norma"

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    Norma

    /ˈnɔːrmə/

    noun:

    • 1. A standard or model of standardization.
      • Example: The new policy serves as a norma for evaluating employee performance.
    • 2. A rule or pattern of behavior deemed acceptable in a society.
      • Example: Social norma dictate that people should dress formally for job interviews.
    • 3. In mathematics, a normative principle or standard concerning the evaluation of a geometrical figure.
      • Example: The norma of the vector defines its length in the given coordinate system.

    verb:

    • 1. To standardize or normalize.
      • Example: We need to norma the data before we can draw any conclusions from it.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'norma' meaning 'a rule or pattern'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    social norma:

    An expected standard of behavior in a social group.

    norma of conduct:

    A guideline for how one should behave.

    follow the norma:

    To adhere to established standards or criteria.

    Related Words

    normal:

    The usual, average, or typical condition.

    normalize:

    To make or become standard or normal.

    anomaly:

    Something that deviates from what is standard or expected.

    Slang Meanings of norma

    Meaning: A measure of quality or expectation.

    Example Sentence: That move was totally a norma; everyone was expecting it.

    Meaning: In some contexts, it refers to doing something 'by the book'.

    Example Sentence: She always plays it norma when it comes to rules.