A device which maintains a fixed distance between two objects, especially between a surface and a sign or electrical wiring. / A deadlocked confrontation between antagonists.

(military) For use at a distance sufficient from the target to allow defensive fire to be evaded.

Nonstandard spelling of stand off.

plural of standoff

(slang) An inconclusive standoff, ending in mutual retreat.

plural of Mexican standoff

Aloof; reserved; unsociable and unfriendly.

The state, quality, or condition of being standoffish or aloof and unsociable; aloofness.

In a standoffish way.