Stammer
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verb
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noun
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(As a verb)
Stammer ( verb )
- To speak with hesitation or difficulty, often repeating or prolonging certain sounds or words.
- To hesitate or falter in action or decision-making.
Origin:
Derived from the old english word "stamrian" meaning "to stammer or hesitate in speech".
Examples:
- He stammered as he tried to speak in front of the crowd.
- She stammered when asked about her qualifications.
- The engine stammered before starting.
- He stammered through his explanation.
- The company stammered in their decision making process.
(As a noun)
Stammer ( noun )
- To speak with hesitation or difficulty, often repeating or prolonging certain sounds or words.
- To hesitate or falter in action or decision-making.
Origin:
Derived from the old english word "stamrian" meaning "to stammer or hesitate in speech".
Examples:
- He stammered as he tried to speak in front of the crowd.
- She stammered when asked about her qualifications.
- The engine stammered before starting.
- He stammered through his explanation.
- The company stammered in their decision making process.