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Standing: Amount paid to an underwriter who agrees to purchase any stock that is not purchased by public investors in a rights offering.

Standing Wave: A phenomenon where a sound is reflected between two parallel surfaces, such that certain sounds are made more intense and others diminished in given parts of a listening environment. Technic . . . View Full Definition

Outstanding Shares: The shares of stock that a corporation has issued and not reacquired are described as its outstanding shares. Some but not all of these shares are available for trading in the marketplace. A . . . View Full Definition

Standing Side Stretch (Ardha Chandrasana I): A standing pose. From Mountain pose, raise one arm against your ear and curve your body in the same direction.

Standing Cloud: Any type of isolated cloud, generally formed over peaks or ridges of mountainous areas, that appears stationary or standing over the terrain.

Academic Standing: A student's academic marks that determine whether they are meeting the standards prescribed for continuing in the program. Different levels of academic standing include the Dean's Honor Roll . . . View Full Definition

Standing Orders: Paramedics and emts need to know how to handle medical emergencies. Standing orders are one way to do it.

Standing Forward Bend (Uttanasana): A standing pose. Stand with your feet hip-width apart. Extend your body and arms forward until your hands touch your feet.

Days Sales Outstanding: The average number of days' worth of sales that is held in inventory.

Days Payable Outstanding (DPO): Average collection period.