Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stump
Noun
/stʌmp/
Definition
The remaining part of a tree trunk after the tree has been cut down.
Examples
- After the storm, there were several stumps left in the yard.
- The comedian left the audience stumped with his clever jokes.
Meaning
A stump refers to a portion of the tree that is left in the ground after the main other parts have been removed. It can also refer to a situation where one is unable to find a way forward.
Synonyms
- stob
- stub
- remnant
- base
