stand for

stand for - Dictionary definition and meaning for word stand for

Definition
(verb) express indirectly by an image, form, or model; be a symbol
Synonyms : represent , symbolise , symbolize , typify
Example Sentence
  • What does the Statue of Liberty symbolize?
Definition
(verb) denote or connote
Synonyms : intend , mean , signify
Example Sentence
  • `maison' means `house' in French
  • An example sentence would show what this word means
Definition
(verb) take the place of or be parallel or equivalent to
Synonyms : correspond , represent
Example Sentence
  • Because of the sound changes in the course of history, an 'h' in Greek stands for an 's' in Latin
Definition
(verb) tolerate or bear
Synonyms : hold still for
Example Sentence
  • I won't stand for this kind of behavior!

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