Stick

/stɪk/

Meaning & Definition

noun

A thin piece of wood or other material.

He picked up a stick to use as a walking aid.

An implement for hitting or striking.

The drummer held a stick in each hand.

A rod or similar device used for support or guidance.

She used a stick to support her injured leg.

verb

To attach or place something in a specified position.

Please stick the poster on the wall.

To remain in a particular place or position.

The price of the shares will stick around this level for a while.

To become caught or wedged.

The paper got stuck in the printer.

Old English 'sticca', of uncertain origin.

stick to one's guns

To maintain one's position or opinion despite opposition.

stick in the mud

A person who is dull, old-fashioned, or unadventurous.

stick it to someone

To confront or criticize someone, often taking a bold action against them.

stickman

A simple drawing of a person made with lines.

stickiness

The quality of being sticky or adhesive.

glue stick

A cylindrical applicator of glue.

To become highly involved.

He's really sticking with the project this time.

To impress someone.

You really stuck it to him with that performance!