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stutter

/ˈstʌtər/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does stutter mean?

verb, noun

To speak with a hesitation or interruption in the flow of speech, often due to a speech disorder. A person who speaks with such a disorder.

Example

"The child's stutter made it difficult for him to order food at the restaurant."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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