English · Common Verbs
stand
/stænd/
[/stænd/]
be upright; tolerate
Beginnerverb
Definition
To be on your feet in an upright position, or to bear or tolerate something. It covers posture and endurance.
Example
The students must stand when the head teacher enters the room.
The students must stand when the head teacher enters the room.
Etymology
From Old English 'standan' (to stand, remain), from a Germanic root.
How & Where It’s Used
A core everyday verb of posture and endurance.