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Meaning of stand-off

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

stand-off

noun

Definitions

  1. Fly-half

noun

Definitions

  1. A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring.

  2. A deadlocked confrontation between antagonists (see stand off and verb below).

    Example: A tense standoff between demonstrators and police continued overnight.

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