true level

noun

1. an imaginary surface everywhere perpendicular to the plumb line, or line of gravity.

true level

noun

1. a hypothetical surface that is perpendicular at every point to the plumb line, such as the mean sea level or geoid

   a still liquid surface is at true level

Example Sentences

A lack of resources and conversations from doctors is, in part, driven by a lack of required training on managing menopause symptoms and true level of standardized care in obstetrics.

From Salon

"Her killing shows the true level of hatred towards her. By 2012, she was a harmless woman, living as a recluse and three out of her four children were dead," Newman told the BBC.

From BBC

"It's time that the public and parents understand the true level of harm posed by these 'products' and it's time that young users have the tools to report and suppress online abuse," he said in written remarks made available before the hearing.

From Reuters

They add that a "central register of information on asbestos in buildings could help to shed light on the true level of compliance and could contribute to a more effective risk-based and targeted enforcement regime."

From BBC

There have only been a handful of convictions for electoral fraud in recent years - but ministers argue a lack of evidence could be masking the true level.

From BBC