standbysign
nounUK /ˈstændbaɪsaɪn/
US /ˈstændbaɪsaɪn/
A standbysign is a sign that shows you where to wait until it is your turn.
We sat under the standbysign at the airport until our flight was called.
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2. A sign that marks a place where people can wait for an open seat or ticket.
The standbysign near the gate told passengers where to wait for empty seats.
3. A sign that shows something is ready to be used if needed.
A standbysign lit up when the backup generator was ready.
4. A sign that tells people to be ready and waiting.
The crew put up a standbysign before the show started.