stance

noun

\ ˈstan(t)s

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Definition of stance

1 chiefly Scotland

a : station

b : site

2a : a way of standing or being placed : posture

b : intellectual or emotional attitude took an antiwar stance

3a : the position of the feet of a golfer or batter preparatory to making a swing

b : the position of both body and feet from which an athlete starts or operates

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The first known use of stance was in the 14th century

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stance

noun

English Language Learners Definition of stance

: a publicly stated opinion

: a way of standing

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stance

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Kids Definition of stance

: way of standing : posture … he positioned my body for the perfect ski stance.— Ann M. Martin, Baby-sitters' Winter Vacation

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