Definitions

1. noun

A frame or structure, typically of wood or metal, designed to support a stand or a column, especially one used to support a pulpit or reading desk in a church.

“The old church had an intricately carved standish at the front, supporting the preacher’s pulpit.”

2. noun

A stand or a support, especially one for a gun or a rifle.

“He placed the standish under the rifle to steady it for the shot.”

3. verb

To support or hold something upright, typically with a stand or a frame.

“The device was designed to standish the heavy object safely.”