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The correct spelling is stand.
How to pronounce stand
/stænd/
nounIPA: /stænd/
Say it like: Sta-nd
The correct spelling is stand. The act of standing. For example: "The Commander says we will make our stand here."
Usage Examples
“The Commander says we will make our stand here.”
“They took a firm stand against copyright infringement.”
“They have a four-game stand at home against the Yankees. They spent the summer touring giving 4 one-night stands a week.”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The act of standing.
- 2.A defensive position or effort.
- 3.A resolute, unwavering position; firm opinion; action for a purpose in the face of opposition.
- 4.A period of performance in a given location or venue.
- 5.A device to hold something upright or aloft.
verb
- 1.(heading) To position or be positioned physically.
- 2.(heading) To position or be positioned mentally.
- 3.(heading) To position or be positioned socially.
- 4.Of a ship or its captain, to steer, sail (in a specified direction, for a specified destination etc.).
- 5.To remain without ruin or injury.
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