standby plural
stand·by
The plural form of standby is standbys
S sDefinitions
- noun plural standby something upon which one can rely and therefore choose or use regularly. 1
- noun plural standby 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 standby 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 standby a staunch supporter or adherent; one who can be relied upon. 1