Norma

/ˈnɔːrmə/

Meaning & Definition

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

A measure of quality or expectation.
That move was totally a norma; everyone was expecting it.
In some contexts, it refers to doing something 'by the book'.
She always plays it norma when it comes to rules.