above par

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above par

  1. (golf) (of a score) More than par for the hole or course
  2. (idiomatic) Better than the average or normal standard
    • 1782, Daniel Taylor, Frances Burney, Cecilia
      "Certainly, sir, that will be an excellent method of trial."
      "Ay, ay, know the way! soon find if they are above par. Be sure don't mind gold waistcoats; nothing but tinsel, all shew and no substance; better leave the matter to me; take care of you myself; know where to find one will do."
  3. (of a financial instrument) Having a price below its face value

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