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Definition of Standoff
1. Noun. The finish of a contest in which the score is tied and the winner is undecided. "Their record was 3 wins, 6 losses and a tie"
Exact synonyms: Draw, Tie
Generic synonyms: Finish
Specialized synonyms: Dead Heat, Stalemate
Derivative terms: Draw, Tie
Generic synonyms: Finish
Specialized synonyms: Dead Heat, Stalemate
Derivative terms: Draw, Tie
2. Noun. The act of repulsing or repelling an attack; a successful defensive stand.
Definition of Standoff
1. a tie or draw, as in a game [n -S]