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standard operating procedure

–noun
a set of fixed instructions or steps for carrying out usually routine operations. Abbreviation: SOP


Origin:
1950–55
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standard operating procedure  
n.  
  1. Established procedure to be followed in carrying out a given operation or in a given situation.

  2. A specific procedure or set of procedures so established.

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