stunt

Signification

Noun

1. A daring or dangerous feat, often involving the display of gymnastic skills.
2. skill
3. A special means of rushing the quarterback done to confuse the opposing team's offensive line.

Verb

1. To perform a stunt.
2. (slang) To show off; to posture; to flaunt valuables.

Verb

To check or hinder the growth or development of.

Prononcé comme (IPA)

/stʌnt/

Étymologie

Unknown. Compare Middle Low German stunt (“a shoulder grip with which you throw someone on their back”), Middle English stunt (“foolish; stupid”).