n. The act of one who stands, in any sense.n. The time at, in, or during which one stands.n. The interval during which one keeps, or is supposed to keep, an upright or standing position. Compare sitting, n.n. Hence— Duration; continuance; practice.n. A standing-place; a position or post; a stand.n. Relative position; degree; rank; consideration; social, professional, or commercial reputation; specifically, high rank: as, a member in full standing (of a church, society, club, or other organization); a committee composed of men of good standing.Having an erect position; upright; perpendicular; hence, rising or raised; high.Involving the attitude or position of one who stands; performed while standing: as, a standing jump.Remaining at rest; motionless; inactive; specifically, of water, stagnant.Permanent; lasting; fixed; not transient, transitory, or occasional: as, a standing rule; a standing order.In printing, remaining for further use: noting composed types, printed or unprinted, which are reserved from distribution.In a military organization, those orders which are always in force.