stand out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To jut out, protrude (from a surface etc.).
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To persist in opposition or resistance (against something); to refuse to comply (with someone).
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 3
Meaning · English
To sail in a direction away from shore.
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “stand out” mean?
To jut out, protrude (from a surface etc.).
Is “stand out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.