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stay vs stand

stand vs stay

stay and stand both are nouns.

stay and stand both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stay Yes No Yes No
stand Yes No Yes No
As verbs, stand is a hyponym of stay; that is, stand is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than stay:
  • stay: stay the same; remain in a certain state
  • stand: remain inactive or immobile
Other hyponyms of stay include keep out, sit tight, stay together, stick together, keep, stay fresh, be.
stay (noun) stand (noun)
continuing or remaining in a place or state a defensive effort
(nautical) brace consisting of a heavy rope or wire cable used as a support for a mast or spar a stop made by a touring musical or theatrical group to give a performance
a thin strip of metal or bone that is used to stiffen a garment (e.g. a corset) a support or foundation
a judicial order forbidding some action until an event occurs or the order is lifted tiered seats consisting of a structure (often made of wood) where people can sit to watch an event (game or parade)
the state of inactivity following an interruption 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
stay (verb) stand (verb)
stay the same; remain in a certain state put up with something or somebody unpleasant
stop or halt have or maintain a position or stand on an issue
overcome or allay withstand the force of something
fasten with stays be standing; be upright
be in a certain place and not leave put into an upright position
stop a judicial process be available for stud services
dwell hold one's ground; maintain a position; be steadfast or upright
continue in a place, position, or situation be tall; have a height of; copula
hang on during a trial of endurance be in effect; be or remain in force
occupy a place or location, also metaphorically
be in some specified state or condition
remain inactive or immobile
Difference between stay and stand

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