English word bystander comes from English by-, English stander ((obsolete) A standel.. One who stands.)
| Dictionary entry | Language | Definition |
|---|---|---|
| by- | English (eng) | Prefix denoting nearness or roundaboutness. Prefix meaning secondary, incidental, or parallel to (usually non-productive) town or city. |
| stander | English (eng) | (obsolete) A standel.. One who stands. |
| bystander | English (eng) | A person who, although present at some event, does not take part in it; an observer or spectator. |