Stick
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British pronunciation/stˈɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈstɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "stick"

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.
Please stick the label to the package securely.
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.
The paper stuck to the wall after we applied glue.
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.
She stuck a pencil into the soil to plant a small seed.
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.
I felt something hard sticking into my foot when I walked on the beach.
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?
Stick the worm on the fishing hook.
03

to stay attached to something

Intransitive: to stick to sth
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After the rain, the mud stuck to their shoes.
The magnet made the metal objects stick to the refrigerator.
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.
She stuck her hand in the cookie jar when no one was looking.
05

to be burdened with something unpleasant or disadvantageous

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We 're stuck dealing with these high utility bills.
She's stuck with a lot of debt after the unexpected medical bills.
5.1

to endure or tolerate an unpleasant or unwelcome person or situation

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.
The issue is, my sister ca n't stick her new boss.
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.
The company tried to stick the employees with the cost of the new uniforms.
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.
Do n't trust him; he 'll try to stick you in the card game.
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.
A single tooth was sticking down below his upper lip.
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.
Over time, the tradition of celebrating Thanksgiving in November has stuck in American culture.
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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.
He managed to stick to the leader throughout the race.
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.
The player managed to stick the ball into the net, scoring a point for his team.
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.
Despite numerous attempts, his savings had stuck at $5,000 for months.
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.
He used a stick to draw shapes in the dirt.
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.
He gifted his grandfather a beautifully carved wooden stick for his walks.
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.
The teacher pointed to the map with a stick during the geography lesson.
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.
She broke her polo stick during the intense match.
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.
The butcher handed us a bundle of sticks to use for the kebabs at the barbecue.
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.
She adjusted the stick to maintain the aircraft's balance during turbulence.
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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.
The coach used the stick approach, warning the players about extra drills if they did n't perform well.
04

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

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He passed the stick around at the party.
She rolled a stick to share with her friends.
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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.
The recipe calls for a stick of margarine to be melted.
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