grandstand
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1grand·stand

noun \-ˌstand\

Definition of GRANDSTAND

1
: a usually roofed stand for spectators at a racecourse or stadium

First Known Use of GRANDSTAND

1831

2grandstand

adjective

Definition of GRANDSTAND

: done for show or to impress onlookers

Examples of GRANDSTAND

  1. The outfielder made a grandstand play out of what should have been a routine catch.

First Known Use of GRANDSTAND

1888

3grandstand

intransitive verb

Definition of GRANDSTAND

: to play or act so as to impress onlookers
grand·stand·er noun

First Known Use of GRANDSTAND

1900

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