Is Standpat a Word?

standpatter. characterized by refusing to consider or accept change.

What is Standpat?

1 : to play one's hand as dealt in draw poker without drawing. 2 : to oppose or resist change.

Where did the term stand pat come from?

Etymology. Probably originally a poker phrase, with "pat" equaling "optimal", meaning that drawing more cards is unnecessary. Later the phrase came to be employed in other spheres.