Meaning of the word "stood up" in English
What does "stood up" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
stood up
US /stʊd ʌp/
UK /stʊd ʌp/
Phrasal Verb
1.
to fail to meet someone you had arranged to see
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I waited for an hour, but she never showed up; she stood me up.
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It's rude to stand someone up without a good reason.
2.
to rise to a standing position
Example:
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The crowd stood up and cheered when the band came on stage.
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Please stand up when the judge enters the courtroom.
3.
to defend oneself or someone else
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You need to stand up for yourself and not let others push you around.
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She always stands up for what she believes is right.