stances
nounUK /ˈstɑːnsɪz/
US /ˈstænsɪz/
Stances are the ways people stand or hold their bodies.
The baseball players took their stances at home plate.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. Stances can be the opinions or beliefs someone has about something.
The two friends have different stances on which game is best.
3. Stances can be fixed ways of standing that show how someone feels.
She crossed her arms and took a firm stance.
4. Stances can be official positions taken by groups or governments.
The school shared its stance on wearing hats in class.