STANDOUT Definition & Meaning

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standout

Or stand-out

[stand-out]

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noun

something or someone, as a person, performance, etc., remarkably superior to others.
Evans was a standout in the mixed doubles.
someone who is conspicuous in an area because of refusal to conform with the actions, opinions, desires, etc., of the majority.

adjective

outstanding; superior.

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51�Թ� History and Origins

Origin of standout¹

First recorded in 1895–1900 for the noun; adjective use of verb phrase stand out

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England striker Russo was one of the standout performers against the Netherlands, picking up three assists.

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Farrell confirmed the Ireland centre, who scored and was a standout performer against the Brumbies, would be available for the midweek game against First Nations and Pasifika XV on 22 July, before the second Test in Melbourne on 26 July.

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Another standout of the outdoor part of the exhibition is Chantée Benefield’s “Cool Canopy,” which entails dozens of multicolored umbrellas suspended over visitors’ heads.

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On album standout “Walking Away,” Bieber gets candid about his relationship troubles but also reaffirms that he’s committed to his marriage.

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“We have elderly people at the Y. We’re really a mixed group. But he’s in a barbell class. It’s a strenuous workout. … He’s a standout guy.”

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stand on one's own feet stand out

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