standing

Language: EN · Kind: word · Transcription: [/ˈstændɪŋ/]

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Senses

1. standing (noun) — sense 1

Definition: Position or reputation in society or a profession.

Example: He does not have much of a standing as a chemist.

2. standing (noun) — sense 2

Definition: Duration.

Example: a member of long standing

3. standing (noun) — sense 3

Definition: The act of a person who stands, or a place where someone stands.

Example: Tech[elles]. I heare them come, ſhall wee encounter them?
Tam[burlaine]. Keep all your ſtandings, and not ſtir a foot,
Myſelfe will bide the danger of the brunt.

Structure of the word

Roots:

steh₂ (Proto-Indo-European)

Connections

Roots: steh₂

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