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stand vs serve

serve vs stand

stand and serve both are nouns.

stand and serve both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stand Yes No Yes No
serve Yes No Yes No
As verbs, serve is a hypernym of stand; that is, serve is a word with a broader meaning than stand:
  • stand: be available for stud services
  • serve: mate with
Other hypernyms of stand include service.
stand (noun) serve (noun)
a defensive effort (sports) a stroke that puts the ball in play
a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
a support or foundation
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 support for displaying ot holding various articles
a small table for holding articles of various kinds
a booth where articles are displayed for sale
a mental position from which things are viewed
an interruption of normal activity
a growth of similar plants (usually trees) in a particular area
the position where a thing or person stands
stand (verb) serve (verb)
put up with something or somebody unpleasant do duty or hold offices; serve in a specific function
have or maintain a position or stand on an issue put the ball into play
withstand the force of something provide (usually but not necessarily food)
be standing; be upright help to some food; help with food or drink
put into an upright position deliver a warrant or summons to someone
be available for stud services mate with
hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright be used by; as of a utility
be tall; have a height of; copula work for, or be a servant to
be in effect; be or remain in force devote (part of) one's life or efforts to, as of countries, institutions, or ideas
occupy a place or location, also metaphorically do military service
be in some specified state or condition spend time in prison or in a labor camp
remain inactive or immobile contribute or conduce to
promote, benefit, or be useful or beneficial to
serve a purpose, role, or function
be sufficient; be adequate, either in quality or quantity
Difference between stand and serve

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