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stand·ing

standing

 
pronunciation:
staen dIng
parts of speech:
noun, adjective
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part of speech: noun
definition 1: the act or posture of a person or thing that stands.
Standing is not permitted on an airplane; everyone has to stay in his seat.
definition 2: rank, position, or reputation.
Their basketball team has the highest standing in the state.
synonyms:
position, rank, status
similar words:
grade, level, situation, term
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part of speech: adjective
definition: not moving; still.
This standing water is very polluted.
synonyms:
motionless, stationary, still
similar words:
idle, inert, static
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