Dictionary definition · stand
noun
- a support or foundation"the base of the lamp"
- the position where a thing or person stands
- a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area"they cut down a stand of trees"
- a small table for holding articles of various kinds"a bedside stand"
- a support for displaying or holding various articles"the newspapers were arranged on a rack"
- an interruption of normal activity
verb
- be standing; be upright"We had to stand for the entire performance!"
- be in some specified state or condition"I stand corrected"
- occupy a place or location, also metaphorically"We stand on common ground"
- hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright"I am standing my ground and won't give in!"
- put up with something or somebody unpleasant"I cannot bear his constant criticism"
- have or maintain a position or stand on an issue"Where do you stand on the War?"
Source: Open English WordNet (CC BY 4.0).