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standing

🇬🇧 UK/'stændɪŋ/🇺🇸 US/'stændiŋ/
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Definitions

n.

One's reputation, status, or position in society or a profession; duration of existence.

地位;声望;持续时间

adj.

Remaining in force or use permanently; performed from an upright position.

长期的;固定的;直立的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
ststand, set, place
+
andconnector
+
ingcontinuous / action of
=standing

Common Collocations

  • 1.high standing崇高地位
  • 2.social standing社会地位
  • 3.long standing长期存在;历史悠久
  • 4.professional standing职业声望

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    Her long standing in the medical community earned her widespread respect.

  • 2.

    The firm's international standing has improved significantly over the past decade.

  • 3.

    He is a lawyer of high standing with over twenty years of experience.

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