standse — meaning in English

English meaning

• arrest verb To take someone into custody under legal authority, typically on suspicion of a crime.
• flag noun A piece of cloth with a distinctive design, used as a symbol of a country, organization, or signal.
• stop verb To cease moving or to bring something to a halt.

Senses

standse is used for these senses in English:

• arrest (transitive) To stop or slow (a process, course etc.). [from 14th c.]
• flag (often with down) To signal to, especially to stop a passing vehicle etc.
• stop (transitive) To cause (something) to cease moving or progressing.

arrest — full definition

1. verb To take someone into custody under legal authority, typically on suspicion of a crime.
2. verb To stop or slow down a process or movement.
3. noun The act of taking someone into legal custody.

flag — full definition

1. noun A piece of cloth with a distinctive design, used as a symbol of a country, organization, or signal.
2. noun A marker or indicator used to draw attention to something.
3. verb To mark or point something out for attention.
4. verb To signal someone or something to stop.
5. verb To become tired or weak.

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