Definition of Rule of thumb

1. Noun. A rule or principle that provides guidance to appropriate behavior.

Exact synonyms: Guideline, Guidepost
Generic synonyms: Regulation, Rule

Definition of Rule of thumb

1. Noun. A general guideline, rather than a strict rule; an approximate measure or means of reckoning based on experience or common knowledge. ¹

2. Noun. (attributive usually hyphenated) Approximated, guesstimated. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Lexicographical Neighbors of Rule Of Thumb

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rule nisi
rule of bigeminy
rule of coss
rule of cy pres
rule of evidence
rule of grammar
rule of law
rule of morphology
rule of nines
rule of outlet
rule of reason
rule of recognition
rule of the road
rule of thirds
rule of thumb
rule on
rule out
rule over
rule the roost
rule the school
rule with an iron fist
rulebook
rulebooks
rulebound
rulebreaker
rulebreakers
rulebreaking
ruled
ruled on

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