stand

US /stænd/
UK /stænd/
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1.

have or maintain an upright position, supported by one's feet

:
Please stand when the judge enters.
He had to stand for hours during the concert.
2.

place, set, or erect in an upright position

:
He stood the ladder against the wall.
She stood the vase on the table.
3.

be in a particular place or position

:
The house stands on a hill overlooking the sea.
A tall oak tree stands in the middle of the field.
4.

be able to tolerate or endure (something)

:
I can't stand his constant complaining.
She can't stand the sight of blood.
1.

a raised platform or structure on which a person or thing may rest or be placed

:
The microphone was placed on a stand.
She bought a new cake stand for the party.
2.

a position or attitude adopted in an argument or debate

:
What's your stand on this issue?
He took a firm stand against the new policy.