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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

stump

/stʌmp/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does stump mean?

noun, verb

A stump is the remaining part of a tree after it has been cut down. To stump something or someone means to defeat or outdo them completely.

Example

"The hikers had to navigate through the dense forest, careful not to trip over the stumps of fallen trees."

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