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stand–up

1 stand–up /ˈstændˌʌp/ adjective
1 stand–up
/ˈstændˌʌp/
adjective
Britannica Dictionary definition of STAND–UP
always used before a noun
: done by a performer who is standing alone on a stage
: performing stand-up comedy
: done in or requiring a standing position
US, informal : able to be trusted and respected : very good, loyal, etc.
British : involving very angry or violent behavior see also stand up at 1stand
2 stand–up /ˈstændˌʌp/ noun
plural stand–ups
2 stand–up
/ˈstændˌʌp/
noun
plural stand–ups
Britannica Dictionary definition of STAND–UP
[noncount] : stand-up comedy
[count] : a performer who does stand-up comedy : a stand-up comedian