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standard of living

 
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–noun
a grade or level of subsistence and comfort in everyday life enjoyed by a community, class, or individual: The well-educated generally have a high standard of living.
Also called living standard.

Origin:
1900–05
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standard of living  
n.   pl. standards of living
A level of material comfort as measured by the goods, services, and luxuries available to an individual, group, or nation.
The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language, Fourth Edition
Copyright © 2009 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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Cultural Dictionary

standard of living

A term describing the amount of goods and services that an average family or individual views as necessary.

The American Heritage® New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy, Third Edition
Copyright © 2005 by Houghton Mifflin Company.
Published by Houghton Mifflin Company. All rights reserved.
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