Definitions
How to pronounce stands:
Stands - as a noun
A support or foundation
Example: "The base of the lamp"
The position where a thing or person stands
A growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
Example: "They cut down a stand of trees"
A small table for holding articles of various kinds
Example: "A bedside stand"
A support for displaying ot holding various articles
Example: "The newspapers were arranged on a rack"
A mental position from which things are viewed
Example: "We should consider this problem from the viewpoint of the russians"
A booth where articles are displayed for sale
A stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
Example: "A one-night stand"
Tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
A platform where a (brass) band can play in the open air
A defensive effort
Example: "The army made a final stand at the rhone"
Stands - as a verb
Be standing; be upright
Example: "We had to stand for the entire performance!"
Be in some specified state or condition
Example: "I stand corrected"
Occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
Example: "We stand on common ground"
Hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
Example: "I am standing my ground and won't give in!"
Put up with something or somebody unpleasant
Example: "I cannot bear his constant criticism"
Have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
Example: "Where do you stand on the war?"
Remain inactive or immobile
Example: "Standing water"
Be in effect; be or remain in force
Example: "The law stands!"
Be tall; have a height of; copula
Example: "She stands 6 feet tall"
Put into an upright position
Example: "Can you stand the bookshelf up?"
Withstand the force of something
Example: "The trees resisted her"
Be available for stud services
Example: "Stallions are standing for stud service on the designated farm"
Example Sentences
Word Game Points
STANDS has a SCRABBLE points total of 7.
STANDS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 8.
STANDS has a WORDFEUD points total of 7.
