a standard by which something can be measured or judged;
"his painting sets the benchmark of quality"
a surveyor's mark on a permanent object of predetermined position and elevation used as a reference point
双语例句
用作名词 (n.)
A benchmark is a test of the performance of a computer system. 基准测试是对计算机系统的性能的测试。
China surpassed this benchmark last year. 去年中国超过了这一基准。
The new fast computer is now the benchmark in the computer industry. 这种新型快速计算机已经成为计算机工业的基准了。
Her outstanding performances set a new benchmark for singers throughout the world. 她的出色表现给了全世界的歌手一个新的参照点。
用作及物动词 (vt.)
The blocks were the same with the ultrasonic testing of wheelset in rolling stocks, the benchmark for the spot inspection was provided. 该试块适用于在役轮轴超声波探伤，为现场检测提供了统一的探伤基准。
