Stand Up — synonyms, definition

1. stand up (Verb)

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stand up (Verb) — Get on one's feet from a sitting or kneeling position. ex. "The audience stood up and applauded"

stand up (Verb) — Refuse to back down; remain solid under criticism or attack.

stand up (Verb) — Put into an upright position.

stand up (Verb) — Be standing; be upright. ex. "We had to stand up for the entire performance!"

stand up (Verb) — Defend against attack or criticism. ex. "He stood up for his friend"

stand up (Verb) — Resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.. ex. "Her shoes won't stand up"

stand up (Verb) — Rise up as in fear. ex. "The dog's fur stood up"

stand up (Verb) — Fail to keep an appointment, esp. not to turn up for a date.

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2. stand up (Adjective)

stand up (Adjective) — Requiring a standing position. ex. "a stand-up bar" ex. "a stand-up comic"

3. stand up (Noun)

gagman

stand up (Noun) — A comedian who uses gags.

comedian comic funnyman