Meaning of the word "stand over" in English
What does "stand over" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stand over
US /stænd ˈoʊvər/
UK /stænd ˈəʊvər/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to supervise someone closely, especially to ensure they do a task correctly or quickly
Example:
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My boss always stands over me when I'm working on a report.
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You don't need to stand over him; he knows what he's doing.
2.
to postpone or defer something, often a decision or action
Example:
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Let's stand over this discussion until we have more information.
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The judge decided to stand over the case until next month.