stick
stick
stɪk
stik
British pronunciation
/stɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "stick"in English

to stick
01

to fix an object to another, usually with glue or another similar substance

Transitive: to stick sth to a surface
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I need to stick this photo to the page of my scrapbook.
1.1

to become fixed to something, usually with glue or another similar substance

Intransitive: to stick to a surface
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The label would n't stick to the package because it was wet.
02

to push or insert something pointed or sharp into or through something else

Transitive: to stick a sharp object into sth
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The chef stuck a toothpick into the appetizer to hold it together.
2.1

(of a sharp or pointed thing) to be pushed or inserted into or through something

Intransitive: to stick into sth
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The thorn stuck into my hand when I touched the rosebush.
2.2

to attach or push something onto or into a pointed thing

Transitive: to stick sth onto a sharp object | to stick sth on a sharp object
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Can you stick the apple onto the fork?
03

to stay attached to something

Intransitive: to stick to sth
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After the rain, the mud stuck to their shoes.
04

to place or position something

Transitive: to stick sth somewhere
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The artist stuck a paintbrush behind his ear while he mixed colors.
05

to be burdened with something unpleasant or disadvantageous

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We 're stuck dealing with these high utility bills.
5.1

to endure or tolerate an unpleasant or unwelcome person or situation

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Transitive: to stick an unpleasant person or situation
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I ca n't stick the constant noise from the construction site next door.
5.2

to make someone suffer a financial expense or loss

Transitive: to stick sb with a cost
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He stuck his friends with the bill at the restaurant.
5.3

to cheat or deceive others by using deceptive methods for personal advantage

Transitive: to stick sb
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He tried to stick me with a counterfeit bill.
06

to project or extend in a particular direction

Intransitive: to stick to a direction
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Her foot stuck out from under the blanket, catching my attention.
07

to firmly establish or be recognized as valid and convincing

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His argument did n't stick with the jury, and he was found guilty.
08

to closely follow or keep pace with someone or something, especially in a chase or competition

Intransitive: to stick with sb | to stick to sb
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The determined athlete managed to stick with the leading pack throughout the marathon.
09

to use a stick or similar object to hit or propel something, like a hockey puck

Transitive: to stick sth
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He expertly stuck the puck into the opposing team's goal.
10

to stay in the same condition or make no further progress

Intransitive: to stick at a level
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Their relationship had stuck at a standstill, with no sign of improvement.
Stick
01

a small, thin branch or twig from a tree or shrub

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The children picked up sticks to build a small fort in the woods.
1.1

a long and thin object that is used as a support while walking, especially by elderly people

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The elderly woman leaned on her walking stick as she strolled through the park.
1.2

a long, thin object, often resembling a piece of wood, used for pointing, drawing attention, or performing specific actions

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The magician waved a stick to perform his trick.
1.3

a long, slender implement typically made of wood that is used by players in sports such as hockey or polo to hit a puck or ball

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He skillfully maneuvered the hockey puck with his stick.
1.4

a slender piece of wood or other material, typically used as a skewer or support, often employed for cooking items such as kebabs or barbecue by threading food onto it and grilling

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She carefully threaded the marinated chicken onto the stick before placing it on the grill.
02

a lever used by a pilot to control the ailerons and elevators of an airplane

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The pilot gripped the stick firmly as the plane ascended.
03

the threat of a penalty or punishment used as a means of enforcing discipline or compliance

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The company implemented a stick policy to deter employees from being late.
04

a cigarette made by rolling marijuana leaves, commonly used for smoking

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He passed the stick around at the party.
05

a small block of butter or margarine used in cooking and baking

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She added a stick of butter to the pan to start the sauce.
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