structuredanswerformat

noun
UK /ˈstrʌk.tʃəd ˈɑːn.sə ˈfɔː.mæt/
US /ˈstrʌk.tʃɚd ˈæn.sɚ ˈfɔːr.mæt/

A set way to give an answer so it is easy to understand.

The teacher asked us to use a structuredanswerformat for our book reports.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A fixed pattern used in tests so every answer looks the same.

The exam used a structuredanswerformat to grade papers faster.

3. A computer rule that tells a program how to show an answer.

The app follows a structuredanswerformat to display results.

4. A plan for writing answers with clear parts like a beginning and an end.

Her structuredanswerformat helped her write clear essays.