stand

/stˈænd/

/ˈstænd/

[verb] [noun]

to stand

[VERB]

MAIN VERB

to be upright on one's feet

synonyms : stand up

antonyms : sit

withstand the force of something

synonyms : fend

resist

to be willing to accept or tolerate a difficult situation

synonyms : abide

to have a certain opinion regarding an issue

to rise up onto one's feet, typically from a seated or lying position, and support oneself in an upright position

be in some specified state or condition

occupy a place or location, also metaphorically

hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright

synonyms : remain firm

antonyms : yield

remain inactive or immobile

be in effect; be or remain in force

be tall; have a height of; copula

put into an upright position

synonyms : place upright

stand up

be available for stud services

Stand

[NOUN]

a booth where articles are displayed for sale

synonyms : sales booth

stall

a piece of furniture or structure that is designed to hold, support, or display something, such as clothing, accessories, or other items

synonyms : rack

a tool designed for the safe storage of bicycles when not in use

an attitude, position or opinion that one holds or states firmly

synonyms : point of view

standpoint

viewpoint

a group of animals in a specific location, such as a herd or flock

a support or foundation

synonyms : base

pedestal

a small table for holding articles of various kinds

a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area

the position where a thing or person stands

a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance

an interruption of normal activity

synonyms : standstill

tie-up

a defensive effort

tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)

a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air

synonyms : bandstand

outdoor stage

declining to take another card from the deck or discard pile, typically with the goal of keeping one's current hand without risking getting a worse card.

Examples

1. A stable relationship stands the test of time.

2. The teaching method has stood the test of time.

3. The guard stood straight as a ramrod.

4. The old castle stands proudly behind the stone walls.

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