Meaning of standpoint in English

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  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Noun

    standpoint

    Definitions

    1. a mental position from which things are viewed

    Examples

    • « we should consider this problem from the viewpoint of the Russians »
    • « teaching history gave him a special point of view toward current events »

    Derived terms

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