Word: STAND
๐ Linguistic Statistics & Letter Breakdown
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Definition of STAND
- The act of standing.
- A defensive position or effort.
"The Commander says we will make our stand here."
- A resolute, unwavering position; firm opinion; action for a purpose in the face of opposition.
"They took a firm stand against copyright infringement."
- (heading) To position or be positioned physically.
- (heading) To position or be positioned mentally.
- (heading) To position or be positioned socially.
Source: Definitions compiled dynamically via Free Dictionary API.
๐ Word Pattern Notes
Like many English words, its origin likely blends multiple historical linguistic influences, though exact etymology is undetermined.
๐ฃ๏ธ Example Sentences
- โข "During the final turn of the Scrabble tournament, he played "stand" to secure the victory."
- โข "Please ensure you spell "stand" correctly when adding it to your game sheet."
๐ก Interesting Word Trivia & Facts
This word is a perfect "isogram" (or non-pattern word), meaning it contains no repeating letters. It is highly valued for rack flexibility!
๐ฏ Scrabble Board Placement & Usage Tips
Try to save this word for placing next to open vowels to trigger parallel intersections and score double points.
Dictionary Validity
| Dictionary Lexicon | Status | Base Value |
|---|---|---|
| TWL (US/Canada Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| SOWPODS (UK/International Scrabble) | โ Valid | 6 pts |
| ENABLE (Words With Friends Lexicon) | โ Valid | 7 pts |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is STAND a valid Scrabble word? โผ
How many points is STAND worth in Scrabble? โผ
How many syllables are in STAND? โผ
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๐ Common Phrases & Idioms
Here are some popular expressions, phrases, and collocations containing STAND:
- # the stand effect
- # master of stand
- # playing with stand
- # in terms of stand
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