Meaning of stand-up in English

1. Pronunciation

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1. Classifying Adjective

   stand-up

   Definitions

   1. requiring a standing position

   Examples

   • « a stand-up bar »
   • « a stand-up comic »

   Synonyms

   • erect
   • vertical
   • upright
2. 2. of a collar

   Examples

   • « standing up rather than folded down »
   • « an uncomfortable standup collar »
   • « a stiff collar »

   Synonyms

   • inflexible