Standing Definition
standing
adjective
- having a supporting base; "a standing lamp"
- not created for a particular occasion; "a standing committee"
- (of fluids) not moving or flowing; "mosquitoes breed in standing water"
- executed in or initiated from a standing position; "race from a standing start"; "a standing jump"; "a standing ovation"
- (of persons) on the feet; having the torso in an erect position supported by straight legs; "standing room only"
- permanent; "a standing army"
noun
- social or financial or professional status or reputation; "of equal standing"; "a member in good standing"
- an ordered listing of scores or results showing the relative positions of competitors (individuals or teams) in a sporting event
- the act of assuming or maintaining an erect upright position
"Standing" in song lyrics
See how standing is used in real songs:
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"And the hope that when your guns are empty, I'm no longer standing"
9th Prince f/ Islord — Lyrical Disaster -
"Standing where I'm standing"
Aceyalone — Gimme Five Feet -
"To the riverside park tunnel people claim last lifeform standing"
Aesop Rock — The Yes and the Y'all
Words that rhyme with standing
Usage tips for "standing"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "standing" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for standing to find words that pair well.