How to pronounce “standby”

Meaning

• [Noun]
• A state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
• A replacement kept on standby.
• (electronics) Sleep mode.
• (travel) Waiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.
• Something that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used.
• [Verb]
• (proscribed, nonstandard, operations) To wait briefly, as for additional communication by radio or telephone; alternative form of stand by.
• [Adjective]
• standby

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