What does stumping mean?
to stump (someone) means to ask a question that they cannot answer, or to surprise or defeat them. Stumping can also refer to the act of walking or moving with a stiff-legged gait, often due to injury or illness.
Example
"The politician was stumped by the tough question from the journalist."
Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.