Standup ( noun , adjective , verb )

(As a noun)

Standup ( noun )

1. A performance or act by a comedian, typically one in which the performer tells jokes and humorous stories while standing up.
2. A type of comedy performance in which a comedian performs alone, usually in front of a live audience.

Origin:

Early 20th century: from stand up.

Examples:

1. He did a standup comedy routine at the local comedy club.
2. The standup was so funny that the audience couldn't stop laughing.
3. The standup comedian told jokes about current events and politics.
4. She began her career as a standup comedian before moving on to acting.
5. The standup was the opening act for the headliner.

(As an adjective)

Standup ( adjective )

1. A performance or act by a comedian, typically one in which the performer tells jokes and humorous stories while standing up.
2. A type of comedy performance in which a comedian performs alone, usually in front of a live audience.

Origin:

Early 20th century: from stand up.

Examples:

1. He did a standup comedy routine at the local comedy club.
2. The standup was so funny that the audience couldn't stop laughing.
3. The standup comedian told jokes about current events and politics.
4. She began her career as a standup comedian before moving on to acting.
5. The standup was the opening act for the headliner.

(As a verb)

Standup ( verb )

1. A performance or act by a comedian, typically one in which the performer tells jokes and humorous stories while standing up.
2. A type of comedy performance in which a comedian performs alone, usually in front of a live audience.

Origin:

Early 20th century: from stand up.

Examples:

1. He did a standup comedy routine at the local comedy club.
2. The standup was so funny that the audience couldn't stop laughing.
3. The standup comedian told jokes about current events and politics.
4. She began her career as a standup comedian before moving on to acting.
5. The standup was the opening act for the headliner.