What does stand-by mean?
Stand-by means Alternative form of standby..
Stand-by
Pronunciation varies by accent · noun
Meaning
Alternative form of standby..
Example Sentences
[…] a "Britannia" Pacific, No. 70006, was kept as a stand-by at March.
Synonyms for stand-by
Antonyms for stand-by
Related Words
Word Forms
- stand-bys
Usage Notes
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What is a synonym for stand-by?
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What is the opposite of stand-by?
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How do you use stand-by in a sentence?
[…] a "Britannia" Pacific, No. 70006, was kept as a stand-by at March.
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