Stunt

/stʌnt/

Meaning & Definition

noun

An action displaying spectacular skill and often requiring great physical effort or courage.

The stunt performed by the diver was so breathtaking that the audience erupted in applause.

An event designed to attract attention or publicity.

The company's marketing stunt successfully drew crowds to their new store opening.

verb

To prevent from growing or developing properly.

The harsh winter weather may stunt the growth of the plants.

To limit the effectiveness or performance of something.

The lack of funding could stunt the project's future progress.

Middle English 'stunten', from Old French 'estonter', meaning to astonish or astound.

stunt double

A person who performs stunts as a substitute for an actor.

pull a stunt

To do something surprising or unexpected, often foolish.

stunt growth

To prevent development, especially in terms of physical growth.

stuntman

A person employed to perform dangerous feats in films or television.

stunting

The act of performing stunts.

stuntwork

The work of performing stunts.

To show off or act in a way that seeks attention.

He's always stuntin' with his flashy car.

To hinder or hold back from achieving potential.

Don't stunt your growth by hanging around negative people.