anstånd — meaning in English

English meaning

• grace noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
• stay verb To remain in a place rather than leaving.

Senses

anstånd is used for these senses in English:

• grace (uncountable, finance) An allowance of time granted to a debtor during which he or she is free of at least part of his normal obligations towards the creditor.
• stay (legal) A postponement, especially of an execution or other punishment.

grace — full definition

1. noun Smooth, elegant movement or manner.
2. noun A short prayer of thanks said before or after a meal.
3. noun A short extra period of time allowed before a deadline or obligation takes effect.
4. noun Unearned kindness or favor, especially divine mercy in religious contexts.
5. verb To add elegance or honor to something by one's presence or by decorating it.

stay — full definition

1. verb To remain in a place rather than leaving.
2. verb To continue being in a particular state or condition.
3. verb To delay or postpone, especially a legal punishment.
4. noun A period of time spent somewhere.
5. noun A legal order that postpones a court proceeding or ruling.

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