Meanings
Equivalent to stand + up. Compare Old Norse standa upp. (Can this(+) etymology be sourced?)
How to pronounce "stand up":
AU
To rise from a lying or sitting position.
Example: "Stand up, then sit down again."
To bring something up and set it into a standing position; to set something up.
Example: "Laura stood the sofa up on end."
(stand someone up) To avoid a prearranged meeting, especially a date, with (a person) without prior notification; to jilt or shirk.
Example: "John stood Laura up at the movie theater."
To last or endure over a period of time.
To continue to be believable, consistent, or plausible.
Example Sentences
1
The teacher asked us to stand up and introduce ourselves.
2
I won't stand up for lies and dishonesty.
3
The team decided to stand up against the decision.