Stand: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ด๏ธ
stand
[ stรฆnd ]
intransitive
To be in or maintain an upright position, supported on one's feet.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- I can't stand for too long without getting tired.
- She stood up to give her speech.
transitive
To have or maintain as a position, condition, or course.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- They stand firm on their decision.
- He stands accused of the crime.
Translations
Translations of the word "stand" in other languages:
๐ต๐น suporte
- suporte
- estande
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคกเคผเคพ เคนเฅเคจเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช stehen
๐ฎ๐ฉ berdiri
๐บ๐ฆ ััะพััะธ
๐ต๐ฑ staฤ
๐ฏ๐ต ็ซใค๏ผใใค๏ผ
๐ซ๐ท se tenir debout
๐ช๐ธ pararse
๐น๐ท ayakta durmak
๐ฐ๐ท ์๋ค
๐ธ๐ฆ ููู
๐จ๐ฟ stรกt
๐ธ๐ฐ stรกลฅ
๐จ๐ณ ็ซ็ซ
๐ธ๐ฎ stati
๐ฎ๐ธ standa
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัาฑัั
๐ฌ๐ช แแแแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ dayanmaq
๐ฒ๐ฝ pararse
Etymology
The word 'stand' has Old English origins, with roots in Germanic languages. It has evolved over time to encompass a variety of meanings and uses, reflecting its versatility in English language. From its basic meaning of 'to be in an upright position' to its metaphorical usage in expressions like 'take a stand', 'stand' has been a staple word in English vocabulary.
See also: bystander, outstanding, standard, standards, standby, standing, standings, standoff, standoffish, standpoint, standpoints, standstill, upstanding, withstand.