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stammer

/ˈstæmər/ verb · British & US
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What does stammer mean?

verb

To speak with hesitation, repetition, or interruption of sounds, often due to nervousness or a speech disorder. To utter a sound or syllable with a catch or hesitation.

Example

"She tried to explain, but kept stammering over the words."

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