stunt

1 :  one (such as an animal) that is stunted

2 :  a check in growth

3 :  a disease of plants (such as corn) in which dwarfing occurs

1 :  an unusual or difficult feat requiring great skill or daring; especially :  one performed or undertaken chiefly to gain attention or publicity

2 :  a shifting or switching of the positions by defensive players at the line of scrimmage in football to disrupt the opponent's blocking efforts

:  to perform or engage in a stunt

1 :  an unusual or difficult performance or act acrobatic stunts

2 :  something done for the purpose of gaining attention or publicity

:  to hold back the normal growth of There are no trees on the island except the small one stunted by the wind. — Scott O'Dell, Island of the Blue Dolphins

:  to hinder the normal growth, development, or progress of an emotionally stunted child