splitstand

noun
UK /ˈsplɪtstænd/
US /ˈsplɪtstænd/

A splitstand is a stand that has two parts pulled apart.

The wooden splitstand held the two signs apart on the table.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A display stand with two separate legs or supports.

The artist placed her painting on a splitstand so both sides showed.

3. A position where two things are held apart from each other.

The splitstand kept the wet papers from touching.

4. A small two-piece holder used to keep objects upright and separated.

He used a splitstand to hold the two books open.