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stand

The correct spelling is stand.

How to pronounce stand

/stænd/
noun

IPA: /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. 1.The act of standing.
  2. 2.A defensive position or effort.
  3. 3.A resolute, unwavering position; firm opinion; action for a purpose in the face of opposition.
  4. 4.A period of performance in a given location or venue.
  5. 5.A device to hold something upright or aloft.

verb

  1. 1.(heading) To position or be positioned physically.
  2. 2.(heading) To position or be positioned mentally.
  3. 3.(heading) To position or be positioned socially.
  4. 4.Of a ship or its captain, to steer, sail (in a specified direction, for a specified destination etc.).
  5. 5.To remain without ruin or injury.

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