stance
Translation
stance, posture, position, viewpoint
Examples
The boxer took a defensive stance.
The boxer took a defensive stance.
What is your stance on this issue?
What is your stance on this issue?
Grammar Patterns
a ((adjective)) stance a way of standing or holding your body The boxer took a defensive stance.
a stance on ((sth.)) an opinion or attitude about something What is your stance on this issue?
Similar Words
Synonyms: (physical) posture, pose; (mental) position, viewpoint, attitude
Etymology
From Old French 'estance' (a standing, a position), from Latin 'stare' (to stand).
Memory Tips
Your 'stance' is how you 'stand', both physically and on an issue.