par

(noun) (golf) the standard number of strokes set for each hole on a golf course, or for the entire course. Examples: "A par-5 hole." "Par for this course is 72."

(noun) a state of being essentially equal or equivalent; equally balanced. Synonyms: equality, equivalence, equation. Example: "On a par with the best."

(verb) make a score (on a hole) equal to par.