above par

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above par

1. (idiomatic) Better than the average or normal standard.

   Coordinate terms: up to par, below par

   • 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."

2. (golf) (of a score) More than par for the hole or course.
3. (of a financial instrument) Having a price below its face value.

• above average