Definition (noun) a support or foundation
Definition (noun) the position where a thing or person stands
Definition (noun) a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
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they cut down a stand of trees
Definition (noun) a small table for holding articles of various kinds
Definition (noun) a support for displaying various articles
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the newspapers were arranged on a rack
Definition (noun) an interruption of normal activity
Definition (noun) a mental position from which things are viewed
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we should consider this problem from the viewpoint of the Russians
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teaching history gave him a special point of view toward current events
Definition (noun) a booth where articles are displayed for sale
Definition (noun) a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
Definition (noun) tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
Definition (noun) a platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
Definition (noun) a defensive effort
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the army made a final stand at the Rhone
Definition (verb) be standing; be upright
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We had to stand for the entire performance!
Definition (verb) be in some specified state or condition
Definition (verb) occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
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We stand on common ground
Definition (verb) hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
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I am standing my ground and won't give in!
Definition (verb) put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Synonyms :
abide ,
bear ,
brook ,
digest ,
endure ,
put up ,
stick out ,
stomach ,
suffer ,
support ,
tolerate
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I cannot bear his constant criticism
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The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks
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he learned to tolerate the heat
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She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage
Definition (verb) have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
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Where do you stand on the War?
Definition (verb) remain inactive or immobile
Definition (verb) be in effect; be or remain in force
Definition (verb) be tall; have a height of; copula
Definition (verb) put into an upright position
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Can you stand the bookshelf up?
Definition (verb) withstand the force of something
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The trees resisted her
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stand the test of time
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The mountain climbers had to fend against the ice and snow
Definition (verb) be available for stud services
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male domestic animals such as stallions serve selected females