Clues for the word "STANDING"

We've had 18 crossword clues used for this word, and seen it 22 times in crosswords. It was last seen in Daily Cryptic crossword on July 29, 2025.

Definition of standing

p. pr. & vb. n. - of Stand
a. - Remaining erect; not cut down; as, standing corn.
a. - Not flowing; stagnant; as, standing water.
a. - Not transitory; not liable to fade or vanish; lasting; as, a standing color.
a. - Established by law, custom, or the like; settled; continually existing; permanent; not temporary; as, a standing army; legislative bodies have standing rules of proceeding and standing committees.
a. - Not movable; fixed; as, a standing bed (distinguished from a trundle-bed).
n. - The act of stopping, or coming to a stand; the state of being erect upon the feet; stand.
n. - Maintenance of position; duration; duration or existence in the same place or condition; continuance; as, a custom of long standing; an officer of long standing.
n. - Place to stand in; station; stand.
n. - Condition in society; relative position; reputation; rank; as, a man of good standing, or of high standing.