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Standing

/ˈstændɪŋ/

(heading) To position or be positioned physically.

📖 Definitions of "Standing"

verb
  1. 1

    (heading) To position or be positioned physically.

  2. 2

    (heading) To position or be positioned mentally.

  3. 3

    (heading) To position or be positioned socially.

  4. 4

    Of a ship or its captain, to steer, sail (in a specified direction, for a specified destination etc.).

adjective
  1. 1

    Erect, not cut down.

  2. 2

    Performed from an erect position.

    "standing ovation"

  3. 3

    Remaining in force or status.

    "standing committee"

  4. 4

    Stagnant; not moving or flowing.

    "standing water"

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