stend

[ stend ]

noun

1. a jump, leap, or long and vigorous stride.

verb (used without object)

1. to jump, leap, or walk with long and vigorous strides.
2. (of an animal, especially a horse) to rear up on the hind legs.
3. to stretch.

Word History and Origins

Origin of stend¹

First recorded in 1400–50; of uncertain origin; perhaps shortened from extend ( def )