Laxi Dictionary

English Dictionary

Define dictionary terms easily in our powerful online English dictionary.

Searching for...

No matching words found

Try a different search term or browse the dictionary

Definition stand aside in British English

stand aside phrasal verb

[intransitive] phrasal verb
1

to move to one side in order to let someone go past you

Example

They quickly stood aside to let me pass.

Synonyms and related words
back away draw back part
2

to not involve yourself in a situation, especially one that you should be trying to prevent

Example

You can't just stand aside and watch your colleagues being treated like that!

Synonyms and related words
bother abstain neglect
3

to let someone else have your job or position

Example

The trade secretary has been asked to stand aside in favour of her deputy.

Synonyms and related words
resign retire stand down
Definition stand aside in British English