Definition of standby

standbynoun

đứng gần

/ˈstændbaɪ//ˈstændbaɪ/

The word "standby" has roots in the nautical world. It originated from the phrase "stand by," which was used to instruct sailors to remain in a state of readiness, often near a specific piece of equipment or task. This nautical term later transitioned into general English usage, referring to a state of readiness or being available for immediate action. The modern meaning of "standby" encompasses a wider range of contexts, including technology, transportation, and even personal relationships.

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ready to do something immediately if needed or asked

sẵn sàng làm điều gì đó ngay lập tức nếu cần thiết hoặc được yêu cầu

Example:
  • The emergency services were put on standby after a bomb warning.

    Các dịch vụ khẩn cấp đã được đặt ở chế độ chờ sau khi có cảnh báo bom.

  • As the level of the water rose, villages were put on evacuation standby.

    Khi mực nước dâng cao, các ngôi làng được đặt trong tình trạng sẵn sàng sơ tán.

  • The troops are on 24-hour standby (= ready to move at any time of the day or night).

    Quân đội đang ở chế độ chờ 24 giờ (= sẵn sàng di chuyển bất cứ lúc nào trong ngày hay đêm).

ready to travel or go somewhere if a ticket or something that is needed suddenly becomes available

sẵn sàng đi du lịch hoặc đi đâu đó nếu đột nhiên có vé hoặc thứ gì đó cần thiết

Example:
  • He was put on standby for the flight to New York.

    Anh ta được đưa vào chế độ chờ cho chuyến bay tới New York.

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on standby
ready to do something immediately if needed or asked
  • The emergency services were put on standby after a bomb warning.
  • As the level of the water rose, villages were put on evacuation standby.
  • The troops are on 24-hour standby (= ready to move at any time of the day or night).
    • ready to travel or go somewhere if a ticket or something that is needed suddenly becomes available
  • He was put on standby for the flight to New York.