n.
Pronunciation: ' stan-di ŋ
Function: adjective
Date: 14th century
1 a : not yet cut or harvested < standing timber> < standing grain> b : upright on the feet or base : ERECT <the standing audience>
2 : not flowing : STAGNANT < standing water>
3 a : remaining at the same level, degree, or amount for an indeterminate period <a standing offer> b : continuing in existence or use indefinitely <a standing joke>
4 : established by law or custom
5 : not movable
6 : done from a standing position <a standing jump> <a standing ovation>