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standby
/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
noun
plural
standbys
/ˈstændˌbaɪz/
plural
standbys
/ˈstændˌbaɪz/
Britannica Dictionary definition of STANDBY
[count]
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a person or thing that is available especially in emergencies
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see also stand by at 1stand
on standby
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ready or available for immediate action or use
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ready to travel if a ticket becomes available
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standby
/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
adjective
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standby
/ˈstændˌbaɪ/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of STANDBY
always used before a noun
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relating to or traveling by an airline service in which the passenger must wait for an available seat
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see also stand by at 1stand