Standby ( noun , adjective , verb )

(As a noun)

Standby ( noun )

1. A state of readiness for immediate action or use.
2. A mode of operation in which a device or system is in a ready state but not actively performing a task.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from stand by.

Examples:

1. The airport had put all its standby equipment on alert.
2. She put the phone on standby and went to bed.
3. The standby generator kicked in and the lights came back on.
4. He was on standby for the flight, in case someone didn't show up.
5. The computer automatically switches to standby mode when not in use.

(As an adjective)

Standby ( adjective )

1. A state of readiness for immediate action or use.
2. A mode of operation in which a device or system is in a ready state but not actively performing a task.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from stand by.

Examples:

1. The airport had put all its standby equipment on alert.
2. She put the phone on standby and went to bed.
3. The standby generator kicked in and the lights came back on.
4. He was on standby for the flight, in case someone didn't show up.
5. The computer automatically switches to standby mode when not in use.

(As a verb)

Standby ( verb )

1. A state of readiness for immediate action or use.
2. A mode of operation in which a device or system is in a ready state but not actively performing a task.

Origin:

Late 19th century: from stand by.

Examples:

1. The airport had put all its standby equipment on alert.
2. She put the phone on standby and went to bed.
3. The standby generator kicked in and the lights came back on.
4. He was on standby for the flight, in case someone didn't show up.
5. The computer automatically switches to standby mode when not in use.