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stance \stans\ noun pl stances 1. a publicly stated opinion: The members of the party have maintained a strong anti-war stance for decades. 2. a way of standing; posture: From Jenny’s defensive stance, I could tell that she was upset. 3. (sports) the position of the feet before making a swing in golf: She wants to take golf lessons to improve her stance. — from Middle French (estance)