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| stand·up [ stánd ùp ] |
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1. involving solo performance by comedian: involving a performance by a comedian standing alone on stage telling jokes or stories to an audience
  stand-up comedy
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2. at which people stand: where or at which people stand, especially to eat or drink
A large standup buffet was laid out for the reception.
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3. standing erect: standing erect and not folded down
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4. U.S. trustworthy: showing the qualities of honesty, loyalty, and dependability
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informal
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noun |
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standup comedy: comedy in which the performer stands alone on stage telling jokes or stories to an audience
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