stand by

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- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- UK Pronunciation
- UK IPA
- [stand bahy]
- /stænd baɪ/
- /stænd baɪ/

- US Pronunciation
- US IPA
- [stand bahy]
- /stænd baɪ/

Definitions of stand by words

noun plural stand by a staunch supporter or adherent; one who can be relied upon. 1
noun plural stand by something upon which one can rely and therefore choose or use regularly. 1
noun plural stand by something or someone held ready to serve as a substitute, especially a radio or television program used as a filler in case of cancellation of a regularly scheduled program. 1
noun plural stand by a traveler who is waiting for last-minute accommodations to become available on a plane, train, or other transport as a result of a cancellation. 1
noun plural stand by the act of standing; an assuming of or a remaining in an upright position. 1
noun plural stand by a cessation of motion; halt or stop. 1

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Origin of stand by

First appearance:

before 1790

One of the 43% newest English words

First recorded in 1790-1800; noun, adj. use of verb phrase stand by

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Parts of speech for Stand by

noun

adjective

verb

adverb

pronoun

preposition

conjunction

determiner

exclamation

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 81% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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Synonyms for stand by

verb stand by

adhere — If you adhere to an opinion or belief, you support or hold it.
back up — If someone or something backs up a statement, they supply evidence to suggest that it is true.
ballyhooed — a clamorous and vigorous attempt to win customers or advance any cause; blatant advertising or publicity.
befriend — If you befriend someone, especially someone who is lonely or far from home, you make friends with them.
bide one's time — to wait patiently for an opportunity

All 36 Synonyms of stand by

Antonyms for stand by

verb stand by

disjoin — to undo or prevent the junction or union of; disunite; separate.
loose — free or released from fastening or attachment: a loose end.

All 2 Antonyms of stand by

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Definitions of stand by words

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Origin of stand by

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Parts of speech for Stand by

stand by popularity

stand by usage trend in Literature

Synonyms for stand by

verb stand by

Antonyms for stand by

verb stand by

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