Meaning of stand up

Definition of stand up

(verb) rise to one's feet; "The audience got up and applauded"
put into an upright position; "Can you stand the bookshelf up?"
be standing; be upright; "We had to stand for the entire performance!"
defend against attack or criticism; "He stood up for his friend"; "She stuck up for the teacher who was accused of harassing the student"
resist or withstand wear, criticism, etc.; "Her shoes won't hold up"; "This theory won't hold water"
rise up as in fear; "The dog's fur bristled"; "It was a sight to make one's hair uprise!"

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