stuttering
|stut-ter-ing|
B2
/ˈstʌtərɪŋ/
(stutter)
disrupted speech
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stutter' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'stutten', where 'stut-' meant 'to stammer'.
Historical Evolution
'stutten' transformed into the modern English word 'stutter'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stammer', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a speech disorder involving frequent involuntary repetition of sounds, syllables, or words.
His stuttering made public speaking a challenge.
Synonyms
Verb 1
present participle of 'stutter'.
She was stuttering as she tried to explain the situation.
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45