1. Plural of hallstand; tall pieces of furniture, typically placed in an entrance hall or foyer, used to hold coats, hats, umbrellas, and other items.
Usage: Chiefly British English; Also called a coat stand or coat rack

Examples

• The hallstands in the Victorian mansion were ornately carved from mahogany.
• She hung her wet coat and umbrella on one of the hallstands by the door.
• The antique shop displayed several brass hallstands from the early 1900s.
• Modern hallstands often have a sleek design with multiple hooks and a base for umbrellas.
• The hallstands in the hotel lobby provided convenient storage for guests' outerwear.