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Meaning of stand out

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

stand out

verb

Definitions

  1. To persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone).

  2. To be obvious or conspicuous, in contrast to the surroundings.

    Example: Tourist guides often carry umbrellas so that they stand out in a crowd.

  3. To be extraordinary and different or to have features and qualities which make someone or something special.

    Example: She stood out from the other candidates and was offered the job.

  4. To sail in a direction away from shore.