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Standing

/ˈstændɪŋ/
nounadjectiveCEFR B1 (Intermediate)Top #1500 frequency
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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    The position of being upright on the feet.

    "After a long day, he enjoyed the standing position during the yoga class."
As adjective
  1. 1

    Having a specified status or reputation.

    "She is a standing member of the committee, recognized for her contributions."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'standing' originates from the Old English 'standan', which means to stand or to be in an upright position. Its usage has evolved over centuries, reflecting both physical posture and metaphorical states of being.

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