STANDING

(noun) the act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position
(noun) an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event
(noun) social or financial or professional status or reputation
"of equal standing", "a member in good standing"
(adj.) (of persons) on the feet; having the torso in an erect position supported by straight legs
"standing room only"
(adj.) executed in or initiated from a standing position
"race from a standing start", "a standing jump", "a standing ovation"
(adj.) (of fluids) not moving or flowing
"mosquitoes breed in standing water"
(adj.) having a supporting base
"a standing lamp"
(adj.) not created for a particular occasion
"a standing committee"
(adj.) permanent
"a standing army"

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