stunt
verb (1)
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Definition of stunt
(Entry 1 of 4)
: to hinder the normal growth, development, or progress of
stunt
noun (1)Definition of stunt (Entry 2 of 4)
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
stunt
noun (2)Definition of stunt (Entry 3 of 4)
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
stunt
verb (2)Definition of stunt (Entry 4 of 4)
: to perform or engage in a stunt
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stunt
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Kids Definition of stunt
(Entry 1 of 2)
1 : an unusual or difficult performance or act acrobatic stunts
2 : something done for the purpose of gaining attention or publicity
stunt
verbKids Definition of stunt (Entry 2 of 2)
: 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
stunt
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Medical Definition of stunt
: to hinder the normal growth, development, or progress of an emotionally stunted child
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