noun
standee; standing-room spectator
Refers to a person who watches a performance or event while standing, typically in a theatre, concert hall, or sports venue. Often used in contexts where seating is limited or sold out.
立ち見客が多かったので、早めに会場に行った。
Since there were many standees, I went to the venue early.
この劇場には立ち見客用のスペースがある。
This theatre has a space for standing-room spectators.
立ち見 is the act of standing to watch or the standing area itself, while 立ち見客 specifically refers to the person doing the standing.
Compound of 立ち見 (standing to watch) + 客 (guest, customer).