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0What does 'upstander' mean?      I don't think you can find the definition of this word in any dictionary. But if anyone ever knows Holocaust, I think this word may relate to that.  Thanks for replies.0-

Mister Micawber · Accepted Answer

0A quick googling got me: A bystander can be described as an individual or an institution who is aware of the victimization of others and chooses to do nothing. Conversely, an 01b00upstander02b00 is an individual or an institution that, recognizing the victimization of others, chooses to act on their behalf.0-

Tidus · Answer

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01cite10MIA612cite10What does 'upstander' mean? I don't think you can find the definition of this word in any dictionary. But if anyone ever knows Holocaust, I think this word may relate to that. Thanks for replies.12br
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10Not at all familiar with the word "upstander" - the closest word that I am familiar with is "upstanding" and it relates to a law abiding, trustworthy person. For example: "Mark is an upstanding citizen of the community".0-

Marius Hancu · Answer

0 Not yet in this dictionary:02br
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01b00:02b00 one of the handlebars of an Eskimo sledge 02br
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00 but after reading MM's post, I understand the other meaning too. 02br
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