merit system
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noun
a system or policy whereby people are promoted or rewarded on the basis of ability and achievement rather than because of seniority, quotas, patronage, or the like.
Origin:
1895–1900
1895–1900
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| merit system | |
| —n | |
| (US) Compare spoils system the system of employing and promoting civil servants solely on the basis of ability rather than patronage | |
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Merit system
is always a great word to know.
So is zedonk. Does it mean:
| a calculus or concretion found in the stomach or intestines of certain animals, esp. ruminants, formerly reputed to be an effective remedy for poison. |
| the offspring of a zebra and a donkey. |
Example sentences
There was no clear merit system to help outstanding scientists.
The first thing that comes to mind is, on a merit system or an achievement system to be in the postseason.
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