stand-up

The definition of stand-up is upright, or done in a standing position, or is slang for being loyal to friends and beliefs.

(adjective)

  1. An example of something stand-up is a tall, towering tree.
  2. An example of stand-up is a comedian in a comedy club; a stand-up comedian.
  3. An example of someone who is stand-up is a person who supports their principles, even when it is not popular; a stand-up person.

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See stand-up in Webster's New World College Dictionary

adjective

  1. standing upright or erect
  2. done, taken, etc. in a standing position: a stand-up lunch
  3. high, stiff, and without folds: said of a collar
  4. ☆ designating or of a comedian who delivers monologues, tells a series of jokes, etc., as in nightclubs
  5. Slang designating or having to do with a loyal, courageous person who will stand up resolutely for friends, principles, etc.: a stand-up guy

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