engineeringstandards

noun
UK /ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪə.rɪŋ ˈstæn.dədz/
US /ˌen.dʒɪˈnɪr.ɪŋ ˈstæn.dɚdz/

Rules that help people build and make things the right and safe way.

The bridge was built following engineering standards so it would be strong and safe.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. Agreed ways of measuring and testing materials.

The factory checks its steel against engineering standards.

3. Official documents that describe how machines should work.

The new robot was designed to meet engineering standards.

4. Common rules engineers use to keep products the same quality.

Cars are tested using engineering standards before they are sold.