Meaning & Definition of Stick in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: A long, thin, cylindrical piece of wood.

  Example Sentence: He picked up a stick from the ground.

• Definition: To adhere or attach something to a surface.

  Example Sentence: Please stick the poster on the wall.

• Definition: To remain in a place or situation.

  Example Sentence: I’ll stick around for a while.

• Definition: A candlestick, a holder for a candle.

  Example Sentence: The stick on the table was decorated with intricate designs.

• Definition: To become trapped or entangled.

  Example Sentence: The car got stuck in the mud.

Etymology

Origin: Old English 'sticca', of uncertain origin.

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• 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.

Translations

• Spanish: vara

• French: bâton

• German: Stock

• Russian: палка

Related Words

• 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.

Slang Meanings of stick

• Meaning: To become highly involved.

  Example Sentence: He's really sticking with the project this time.

• Meaning: To impress someone.

  Example Sentence: You really stuck it to him with that performance!