stand
Definition (noun): a support or foundation
Example: the base of the lamp
Definition (noun): the position where a thing or person stands
Definition (noun): a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
Example: they cut down a stand of trees
Definition (noun): a small table for holding articles of various kinds
Example: a bedside stand
Definition (noun): a support for displaying various articles
Example: the newspapers were arranged on a rack
Definition (noun): an interruption of normal activity
Definition (noun): a mental position from which things are viewed
Example: we should consider this problem from the viewpoint of the Russians
Definition (noun): a mental position from which things are viewed
Example: 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
Example: a one-night stand
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
Example: the army made a final stand at the Rhone
Definition (verb): be standing; be upright
Example: We had to stand for the entire performance!
Definition (verb): be in some specified state or condition
Example: I stand corrected
Definition (verb): occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
Example: We stand on common ground
Definition (verb): hold one’s ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
Example: I am standing my ground and won’t give in!
Definition (verb): put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: I cannot bear his constant criticism
Definition (verb): put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks
Definition (verb): put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: he learned to tolerate the heat
Definition (verb): put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage
Definition (verb): have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
Example: Where do you stand on the War?
Definition (verb): remain inactive or immobile
Example: standing water
Definition (verb): be in effect; be or remain in force
Example: The law stands!
Definition (verb): be tall; have a height of; copula
Example: She stands 6 feet tall
Definition (verb): put into an upright position
Example: Can you stand the bookshelf up?
Definition (verb): withstand the force of something
Example: The trees resisted her
Definition (verb): withstand the force of something
Example: stand the test of time
Definition (verb): withstand the force of something
Example: The mountain climbers had to fend against the ice and snow
Definition (verb): be available for stud services
Example: male domestic animals such as stallions serve selected females