Standout

//ˈstændaʊt// adj, noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    An exceptional or noteworthy person or thing.

    "This building is one of the city's architectural standouts."

  2. 2
    The distance a self-retracting metal tape measure can be extended before collapsing under its own weight.

    "This tape measure has a standout of 14 feet."

Adjective
  1. 1
    Exceptional; noteworthy. not-comparable

    "The band played well, but the acrobats gave the standout performance."

Synonyms

All synonyms
outstandingoutstanding

Example

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"Though not one of the top contenders, Yang is the first Asian American to run for president and is a standout within that community."

Etymology

Deverbal from stand out.

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