noun
1. something that can be relied on when needed (Freq. 1)
• Derivationally related forms: ↑stand by
• Hypernyms: ↑thing
2. an actor able to replace a regular performer when required
• Syn: ↑understudy
• Derivationally related forms: ↑stand by, ↑understudy (for: ↑understudy)
• Hypernyms: ↑actor, ↑histrion, ↑player, ↑thespian, ↑role player
adjective
ready for emergency use
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a standby generator
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a standby crew
• Similar to: ↑secondary
Useful english dictionary. 2012.