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standard operating procedure

noun

Definition of STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE

:  established or prescribed methods to be followed routinely for the performance of designated operations or in designated situations —called also standing operating procedure
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First Known Use of STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE

1952

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