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STANDBY definition: 1. something that is always ready for use, especially if a regular one fails: 2. When a person or…. Learn more.
standby: [noun] one to be relied on especially in emergencies. a favorite or reliable choice or resource.
STANDBY meaning: 1. something that is always ready for use, especially if a regular one fails: 2. When a person or…. Learn more.
4 meanings: 1. something that is useful or reliable when needed 2. → See on standby 3. of or relating to a (usually cheaper).... Click for more definitions.
7 meanings: 1. to be available and ready to act if needed or called upon 2. to be present as an onlooker or without taking any.... Click for more definitions.
Standby definition: a staunch supporter or adherent; one who can be relied upon.. See examples of STANDBY used in a sentence.
STANDBY definition: 1. someone or something extra that is ready to be used if needed: 2. to be ready to do something…. Learn more.
standby: 1 n something that can be relied on when needed Type of: thing an artifact n an actor able to replace a regular performer when required Synonyms: understudy Type of: actor , histrion , player , role player , thespian a theatrical performer adj ready for emergency use “a standby generator” “a standby crew” Synonyms: secondary being of ...
Synonyms for STAND BY: keep (to), abide by, hold to, live up to, defend, stick (to or with), adhere (to), cling (to); Antonyms of STAND BY: give up, take back, recall ...
I always keep a pizza in the freezer as a standby. a standby electricity generator; Wilson has been called into the squad as a standby. A dark suit is a useful standby for any formal occasion. Definitions on the go. Look up any word in the dictionary offline, anytime, anywhere with the Oxford Advanced Learner’s Dictionary app.
