STAND | Definition and Meaning

Definition of Stand

Stand

stand

Definition/Meaning

(verb)

to adopt a vertically upright position or to maintain such a position, especially to rise to such a position, supported by one's feet,

e.g. The bottle wouldn't stand on the slanting table. He couldn't stand on his foot because he sprained his ankle.

(verb)

to be set/placed in a particular position or to be located in a particular place, or to remain still and stationary in a place, or to remain unchanged and still valid;

e.g. A few buildings stand at the top of the hill. The water began to stand in the field instead of draining away. Their offers still stand, if you're interested.

(verb)

to be in a particular condition or state, or to adopt a particular view or attitude towards some issue;

e.g. The machines stand unused in the abandoned factory. He wanted to know where we stand on this matter.

(verb)

to be able to withstand or tolerate something without being injured or damaged;

e.g. The old house won't be able to stand another storm. She can't stand the way they disrespect her.

(noun)

a person's attitude or position on a particular issue or argument;

e.g. You are aware of my stand on this matter. She is struggling to take a stand because it is a complicated issue.

(noun)

some structure such as a base or rack that serves to support or hold things, often for the purpose of displaying them, or a small booth or stall from which some products are sold;

e.g. The guitar was placed in a stand in the corner of the room. I bought an ice cream cone from the stand at the street corner.