standard issue
noun/ˌstændəd ˈɪʃuː/
/ˌstændərd ˈɪʃuː/
[uncountable]- the basic equipment that is given to all the members of a particular group, especially in the army, navy, etc.
- CS gas has been standard issue in the police force for some time.
- (figurative) Tans and perfect teeth are standard issue in this movie.
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