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	benchmark (bench\|mark) Pronunciation: /ˈbɛn(t)ʃmɑːk/ noun 1a standard or point of reference against which things may be compared: the pay settlement will set a benchmark for* other employers and workers* a problem designed to evaluate the performance of a computer system: Xstones is a graphics benchmark 2a surveyor’s mark cut in a wall, pillar, or building and used as a reference point in measuring altitudes. verb [with object] evaluate (something) by comparison with a standard: we are benchmarking* our performance against external criteria* [no object, with adverbial] give particular results during a benchmark test: the device should benchmark at between 100 and 150 MHz		Search results in the dictionary benchmark test More results » Nearby Words bench press bench run bench seat bench table bench test bench warrant Bench, Johnny bencher Benchley benchmark benchmark test benchwarmer benchwork Bend bend ¹ bend ² bend sinister bender Bendigo