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Meaning ofstalkin English

stalk

Pluralstalks
Past Tensestalked
Participle Verbstalking
Third Person Singularstalks

Definitions

Noun
1. plant part (petiole, pedicel, peduncle)
  The farmer carefully cut the corn stalk.
2. main plant stem or axis
  A long stalk supported the heavy flower head.
3. main plant stem; supports seed-carrying parts
  The broccoli stalk was tender and edible.
4. a stem-like object or structure; resemblance to plant stalk
  The metal stalk of the streetlight rose high into the air.
5. hunting by stealthy approach; tracking prey
  The art of stalking prey requires patience, skill, and attention to detail.
6. an episode of persistent following or contact
  The police investigated the stalking incident and took measures to protect the victim.
7. a haughty or arrogant gait (in walking)
  The supermodel's stalk down the runway was mesmerizing to watch.
Verb
1. to walk slowly and quietly; sneaking
  The detective began to stalk the suspect through the crowded streets.
2. to follow prey under cover; hiding
  The hunter will stalk its prey until it is close enough to strike.
3. to walk with proud stride; arrogance
  The model stalked down the catwalk with confidence and poise.
4. to approach quietly; sneaking up on something
  The burglar tried to stalk up to the house without being seen.
5. to follow someone constantly; often invasive
  The paparazzi will stalk the celebrity to get exclusive photos.
6. to constantly follow or contact someone (often in a threatening way)
  The ex-boyfriend began to stalk his former girlfriend, making her feel scared.

Compounds / Phrases

eyestalk footstalk rootstalk cornstalk