To stand by Meaning, Definition & Usage

Definitions

1. . (a) To be near; to be a spectator; to be present . (b) To be aside; to be aside with disregard .

   "In the interim [we] let the commands stand by neglected." Dr. H. More.

   (c) To maintain; to defend; to support; not to desert; as, to stand by one's principles or party. (d) To rest on for support; to be supported by . Whitgift.

Definitions

1. to aid, to support.