A structure that supports something from below, such as a platform, trestle, or mounting base. Often used in technical, construction, or engineering contexts.
They are assembling a steel frame stand at the construction site.
Please secure this machine to the dedicated stand.
Compound of 架 (か, 'erect, construct') and 台 (だい, 'stand, base'). The combination straightforwardly means a constructed stand or supporting frame.