standby

IPA: stˈændbˈaɪ

noun

  • A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
  • (electronics) sleep mode
  • (travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.
  • Something that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used.

verb

  • (proscribed, nonstandard, operations) To wait briefly, as for additional communication by radio or telephone; alternative spelling of stand by

stand by

IPA: stˈændbˈaɪ

verb

  • (idiomatic, intransitive) To wait in expectation of some event; to be ready.
  • (idiomatic, transitive) To remain loyal or faithful to.
  • (idiomatic, transitive) To support; to continue to support despite things being bad.
  • (intransitive) To do nothing. To be inactive in a situation.

stand-by

IPA: stˈændbaɪ

noun

  • Alternative form of standby [A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).]
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