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Stands

/stændz/

The act of standing.

📖 Definitions of "Stands"

noun
  1. 1

    The act of standing.

  2. 2

    A defensive position or effort.

    "The Commander says we will make our stand here."

  3. 3

    A resolute, unwavering position; firm opinion; action for a purpose in the face of opposition.

    "They took a firm stand against copyright infringement."

  4. 4

    A period of performance in a given location or venue.

    "They have a four-game stand at home against the Yankees.  They spent the summer touring giving 4 one-night stands a week."

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.).

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