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.

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!