1. the standard or expected level; equality
2. the number of strokes a skilled golfer should need to complete a hole or course
Usage: golf
3. the face value of a stock, bond, or other security
Usage: finance

1. to score par on a golf hole
Usage: golf

Examples

• Her performance was below par today.
• The course conditions were not up to par.
• He scored par on the difficult 18th hole.
• The golfer managed to par three holes in a row.
• The bond was issued at par value.
• Most players struggle to par this challenging course.