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单词 standby
释义 standby
I. \ˈ ̷ ̷ˌ ̷ ̷\ noun
(-s)
Etymology: stand by
1.
 a. : one to be relied upon especially in emergencies
 b. : a favorite or reliable choice or resource
  < old standbys of the concert repertory >
  < good old Anglo-Saxon standbys of beef, lamb, mutton, ham, and domestic poultry — Thomas Barbour >
2. : one that is held in reserve ready for use : substitute
II. adjective
Etymology: stand by
1. : held near at hand and ready for emergency use
 < standby orchestra in a broadcasting station >
 < standby equipment >
 < standby crew for fire fighting >
 < standby power plant >
2. : relating to the act or condition of standing by
 < standby period >
 < standby time >
 < standby agreement >
 < standby pay >
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