~ 1
■ verb [often as adjective ~ed ] retard the growth or development of.
Derivatives
~edness noun
Origin
C16 (in the sense 'bring to an abrupt halt'): from dialect ~ 'foolish, stubborn', of Gmc origin; perh. related to stump .
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~ 2
■ noun an action displaying spectacular skill and daring.
↘something unusual done to attract attention.
■ verb perform ~s, especially aerobatics.
Origin
C19 (orig. US college sl.): of unknown origin.