stick

stick · verb

imported

Definitions

verb

  1. 1.

    To push something pointed into or through.

  2. 2.

    To attach or fasten.

  3. 3.

    To remain in place.

  4. 4.

    [as noun]A thin piece of wood.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    stick around — To stay nearby.
  • •
    stick out — To be conspicuous.
  • •
    stick to — To remain faithful to.

Related words

Antonyms: remove, unstick
See also: adhere, attach, glue
Synonyms: adhere, attach, poke

Etymology

From Old English stician ("to pierce, fasten").