unexpectedly-stalling
|un-ex-pect-ed-ly-stall-ing|
B2
/ˌʌnɪkˈspɛktɪdli ˈstɔːlɪŋ/
(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 'stalle,' 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 cease functioning.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
suddenly stopping or ceasing to function without warning.
The car was unexpectedly-stalling in the middle of the highway.
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Last updated: 2025/05/28 02:42