Definition of stand back Stand back
We found 5 definitions of stand back from 2 different sources.
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What does stand back mean?
WordNet
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| stand back - stand away from an object or person; "He stood back to look at her" | ||
| stand up, stand defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student" | ||
| stand back - stay clear of, avoid; "Keep your hands off my wife!"; "Keep your distance from this man--he is dangerous" | ||
| keep one's eyes off, keep one's distance, keep one's hands off, stay away | ||
| be spend or use time; "I may be an hour" | ||
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Wiktionary 
- stand back (Verb)
To maintain a safe distance from a hazard. - stand back (Verb)
To abstain from participation. - stand back (Verb)
Of a wicket-keeper to stand a long way behind the wicket so as to catch balls from a fast bowler .
