stunted; stunting; stunts
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)
stunted; stunting; stunts
Definition of stunt (Entry 4 of 4)
: to perform or engage in a stunt
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The first known use of stunt was in 1583
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