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Definition of golden rule noun from the Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary

golden rule

noun
 
/ˌɡəʊldən ˈruːl/
 
/ˌɡəʊldən ˈruːl/
 [usually singular]
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  1. an important principle that should be followed when doing something in order to be successful
    • The golden rule in tennis is to keep your eye on the ball.
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