stand for — to represent or symbolize something
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to represent or symbolize something
Pronunciation (IPA): /stænd fɔːr/
Korean meaning: ~를 나타내다, 상징하다
Korean pronunciation: **스탠**드 포
Example Sentences
- NASA stands for National Aeronautics and Space Administration, not 'Need Another Seven Astronauts' as my dad always jokes.
- The company stands for environmental protection, which is why they use recycled toilet paper in their luxury hotels.
- I stand for equality, but I draw the line at sharing my pizza with my roommate.
stand for
VERB//stænd fɔːr//
to represent or symbolize something
to represent or symbolize something
With sign in hand, we ask what this brand stands for!
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🌳Etymology
Origin
고대 영어 'standan'(서다)와 'for'(~를 위해)의 결합으로, 원래는 '무언가를 위해 서다'라는 물리적 의미에서 '지지하다, 대표하다'는 추상적 의미로 발전했습니다.
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📝Examples
“NASA stands for National Aeronautics and Space Administration, not 'Need Another Seven Astronauts' as my dad always jokes.”
“The company stands for environmental protection, which is why they use recycled toilet paper in their luxury hotels.”
“I stand for equality, but I draw the line at sharing my pizza with my roommate.”
“The acronym CEO stands for Chief Executive Officer in business contexts.”
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