standby
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Britannica Dictionary definition of STANDBY
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a person or thing that is available especially in emergencies
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see also stand by at 1stand
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More police officers were sent as standbys.
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We bought an electric generator as a standby.
on standby
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ready or available for immediate action or use
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The police officers were put on standby.
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ready to travel if a ticket becomes available
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We're on standby for the next flight to Washington, D.C.
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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
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standby tickets/passengers
