noun

stands

stands, terraces, grandstand

The fans in the stands cheered loudly.

The fans in the stands cheered loudly.

We found our seats in the stands.

We found our seats in the stands.

in the stands in the spectator seating area The crowd in the stands went wild.

Synonyms: bleachers, grandstand, terraces

From 'stand', as it's a structure where people can stand (or sit) to watch an event. The plural form became the standard term.

Picture thousands of people 'standing' up in the 'stands' to cheer for their team.

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