unexpectedly-stalled
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-stalled|
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli stɔld/
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/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli stɔːld/
(stall)
compartment or delay
Etymology
Etymology Information
'stall' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'steall,' where 'steall' meant 'place or position.'
Historical Evolution
'steall' transformed into the Middle English word 'stall,' and eventually became the modern English word 'stall.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'a place or position,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to stop or halt.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
brought to a halt or stop in an unexpected manner.
The project was unexpectedly-stalled due to unforeseen circumstances.
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Last updated: 2025/05/04 15:41