Meaning of the word "rule of thumb" in English
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rule of thumb
US /ruːl əv θʌm/
UK /ruːl əv θʌm/
Idiom
1.
a broadly accurate guide or principle, based on experience or practice rather than theory
Example:
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As a rule of thumb, always save at least 10% of your income.
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A good rule of thumb for cooking rice is two parts water to one part rice.
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