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rule of thumb

rule of thumb A rule of thumb is an experience-based shortcut used in learning, problem-solving, or discovery.

A rule of thumb is an experience-based shortcut used in learning, problem-solving, or discovery. It aims for a solution that is good enough for the goal rather than one guaranteed to be the best possible.

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Drafting source: U.S. National Library of Medicine. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH), 2026 descriptor edition. “Heuristics” (D000066506).
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