I. ˈstəd ə l noun
( -s )
Etymology: Middle English stodul sley of a loom, from Old English stōdla; akin to Middle High German stuodel post, Old English standan to stand — more at stand
: a prop or stud used in timbering ; especially : a piece or post separating the frames, rings, or sets used in timbering a mine shaft
II. “, ˈstu̇d- transitive verb
Etymology: probably alteration (influenced by stir ) (I) of muddle, v.
dialect : to muddy (as water) by stirring up : roil