Golden rule Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (2024)

golden rule

noun

plural

golden rules

golden rule

noun

plural

golden rules

Britannica Dictionary definition of GOLDEN RULE

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the Golden Rule

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a general rule for how to behave that says that you should treat people the way you would like other people to treat you

  • I try to live by the Golden Rule.

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an important rule to follow when you do something

  • The golden rule in sales is to know your customer.

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Golden rule Definition & Meaning | Britannica Dictionary (2024)
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