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STANDBY

7 letters

✓ IT'S A WORD
TWL06 ✓ SOWPODS ✓ ENABLE1 ✓
Classic 5 pts
Big 5 pts
Super Big 5 pts

STANDBY is a valid 7-letter Boggle word. It's listed in all three major word lists — TWL06, SOWPODS, and ENABLE1. It scores 5 in Classic, 5 in Big, and 5 in Super Big Boggle.

Word family

STANDBYS-s 11
noun
  1. countableuncountableA state of readiness without immediate involvement; remaining in preparation for (a sudden or unforeseen event or situation).
    • The troops were on standby in case of an attack.
  2. countableuncountableA replacement kept on standby.
  3. countableuncountableSleep mode.
  4. countableuncountableWaiting at the airport in the hope of getting a seat on a flight that is already booked out.
  5. countableuncountableSomething that is standard, well-tested, or frequently used.
    • That recipe is an old standby, and she keeps the ingredients around in case of unexpected guests.
verb
  1. nonstandardproscribedTo wait briefly, as for additional communication by radio or telephone; alternative form of stand by.
    • Standby while I check that for you.