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[ˈstandɪŋ], (Noun)
Definitions:
- position, status, or reputation
(e.g: their standing in the community)
- the length of time that something has lasted or that someone has fulfilled a role; duration
(e.g: an inter-departmental squabble of long standing)
- a stall for cattle and horses
Phrases:
- all standing
- from a standing start
- in good standing
- leave someone or something standing
Origin
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[ˈstandɪŋ], (Adjective)
Definitions:
- (of a jump or a start in a running race) performed from rest or an upright position, without a run-up or the use of starting blocks
(e.g: I took a standing jump)
- remaining in force or use; permanent
(e.g: he has a standing invitation to visit them)
- (of water) stagnant or still
(e.g: standing water will also freeze in winter)
- (of metal type) kept set up after use
Phrases:
- all standing
- from a standing start
- in good standing
- leave someone or something standing
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