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Meaning of stand
noun
- The act of standing.
- A defensive position or effort. Example: The Commander says we will make our stand here.
- A resolute, unwavering position; firm opinion; action for a purpose in the face of opposition. Example: They took a firm stand against copyright infringement.
- A period of performance in a given location or venue. Example: They have a four-game stand at home against the Yankees. They spent the summer touring giving 4 one-night stands a week.
- A device to hold something upright or aloft. Example: He set the music upon the stand and began to play. an umbrella stand; a hat-stand
verb
- (heading) To position or be positioned physically.
- (heading) To position or be positioned mentally.
- (heading) To position or be positioned socially.
- Of a ship or its captain, to steer, sail (in a specified direction, for a specified destination etc.).
- To remain without ruin or injury.
Source: Free Dictionary API.
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