Definitions

1. noun

a position or location where someone or something can be placed or can be found

“She took her stand on the corner to ask for directions.”

2. noun

an upright structure or support, especially for holding something

“The stand held the vase securely in place.”

3. verb

to be in an upright position, especially on one’s feet

“Stand up straight and walk confidently.”

4. verb

to be prepared to do something, or to take a particular point of view

“I stand for what I believe in, even if it’s unpopular.”

5. verb

to continue in a particular situation or position

“I stand by my decision to quit my job.”

6. verb

to be located or situated in a particular place

“The shop stands on the corner of Main Street.”

7. verb

to endure or tolerate something

“I stand the heat in the desert for only a few hours.”

8. verb

to be valid or applicable in a particular situation

“This rule stands only for members of the club.”

9. interjection

an expression used to show surprise or shock

“Stand back, it’s going to explode!”

10. interjection

an expression used to tell someone to move away from something

“Stand back from the fire, it’s getting too hot.”