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Definition on standby in British English

on standby

phrase
Example

The troops are on standby and can return at a moment's notice.

Example

Falconer has been put on standby for the European Championships.

Synonyms and related words
available public spare
2

ready to get on a plane if there is a seat left when it is about to take off

Example

passengers on standby

Example

The flight is sold out, but we can put you on standby.

Synonyms and related words
accompanied baggage aerial airdash
3

used about a piece of electrical equipment, for example a television, that is switched on but not in use

Synonyms and related words
backfire burn up cut out cut out
Definition on standby in British English