noun

bandstand

BAND-stand

Bandstand (noun) means a roofed, open-sided platform built for a band to perform on, usually outdoors in a park. Example: “The brass band played from the bandstand every Sunday afternoon.”

noun

A roofed, open-sided platform built for a band to perform on, usually outdoors in a park.

"The brass band played from the bandstand every Sunday afternoon."

"Couples danced in front of the seaside bandstand."

How to use bandstand

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA small outdoor stage built specifically for musical performances.

Word forms

bandstands plural

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Etymology

A straightforward compound of band (a group of musicians) and stand (a platform).

Synonyms

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stand outdoor stage

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Rhymes for bandstand

handstand grandstand

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Frequently asked questions

What does “bandstand” mean?

The word “bandstand” means a roofed, open-sided platform built for a band to perform on, usually outdoors in a park. In plain terms, a small outdoor stage built specifically for musical performances.

How do you pronounce “bandstand”?

“Bandstand” is pronounced BAND-stand (/ˈbænd.stænd/ in IPA).

How do you use “bandstand” in a sentence?

Here is “bandstand” used in a sentence: “The brass band played from the bandstand every Sunday afternoon.”

What part of speech is “bandstand”?

“Bandstand” is a noun.

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