stand to

Meanings

Noun

Verb

  • Alternative of stand-to
  • To tolerate (something); to be able to withstand (something) stressful that will be ultimately beneficial.
  • To be on the verge of (something) happening, if certain conditions are met.
  • To live up to; to insist upon or maintain.

Origin

  • Shortened form of "stand to arms"

Modern English dictionary

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