Noun (1)
grew up in the sticks and is used to traveling miles just to get a loaf of bread Verb (2)
those magnets are strong enough to stick to the refrigerator without any problems
you can stick that box in the corner until I figure out where to put everything
could hardly feel the needle when the nurse stuck my arm with it
she got stuck by an unscrupulous seller while using the online auction site
Recent Examples on the Web
Noun
Place a stick of butter in a saucepan or bain marie (hot water bath), and cook over low heat until the butter begins to simmer.—Alessandra Signorelli, Vogue, 20 June 2024 The unique formula brings a sheer, dewy touch to your makeup routine, providing up to 1,000 swipes per stick.—Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 18 June 2024
Verb
Snagging a deal on Woot is about being quick, as these deals don't stick for long, disappearing as soon as stock runs out (which is usually pretty quick).—Gabriela Vatu, PCMAG, 20 June 2024 Read More: Elephants Recognize Humans By Voice Elephant Herd Communication
As a result, elephants often resort to what Kiley-Worthington calls sticking behaviors — doing things to keep the group together.—Paul Smaglik, Discover Magazine, 7 June 2024 See all Example Sentences for stick
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Word History
Etymology
Noun (1)
Middle English stik, from Old English sticca; akin to Old Norse stik stick, Old English stician to stick
Verb (2)
Middle English stikken, from Old English stician; akin to Old High German sticken to prick, Latin instigare to urge on, goad, Greek stizein to tattoo
First Known Use
Noun (1)
before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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