To be in an upright position on the feet. She stood by the window, watching the rain fall.
To rise to an upright position from sitting or lying down. He stood up quickly when his name was called.
To remain valid or unaltered. The offer will stand until the end of the month.
To endure or tolerate something. I can't stand the noise from the construction site.
To be in a specified state or condition. The house stands empty after the family moved out.
To take or maintain a position or attitude. She stands firm on her decision to pursue a new career.
To put oneself forward as a candidate in an election. He intends to stand for parliament in the next general election.
To treat (someone) to a drink, meal, or entertainment. Let me stand you a coffee after the meeting.
A small structure used for selling or displaying goods. The lemonade stand was set up by the children on the corner of the street.
A position or attitude taken in an argument or debate. She took a firm stand on the issue of climate change.
A piece of furniture or equipment used to hold or support something. He placed the microphone on the stand before starting his speech.
A group of trees growing in a specific area. The forest was dense with a stand of pine trees.
A tiered seating area or structure for spectators at a sporting or other event. We found our seats in the north stand before kickoff.