stick

noun
UK: /stɪk/
US: /stɪk/

  1. A thin piece of wood, often used for support or fuel.

    1. I found a stick in the yard to poke the fire. [ ] [ ]
    2. The hiker used a sturdy stick to help him climb the steep hill. [ ] [ ]

  2. A long, thin object used for playing certain sports or games.

    1. He broke his hockey stick during the intense game. [ ] [ ]
    2. The dog loves to chase the stick when we play fetch in the park. [ ] [ ]

  3. A long and slender cosmetic in a solid form.

    1. She applied a lip stick before leaving the house. [ ] [ ]
    2. I need to buy a new sun stick before my vacation. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

staff pole rod adhere fasten cling persist endure
stick verb

  1. To attach something to something else, usually with glue or tape.

    1. Stick the paper to the wall with tape. [ ] [ ]
    2. Please stick this label onto the package before mailing it. [ ] [ ]

  2. To push a sharp object into something.

    1. Don't stick your finger in the electrical socket! [ ] [ ]
    2. He accidentally stuck himself with a needle while sewing. [ ] [ ]

  3. To remain fixed in one place or position.

    1. The mud will stick to your shoes after the rain. [ ] [ ]
    2. Sometimes, the lid of the jar will stick and be hard to open. [ ] [ ]
stick intransitive-verb

  1. To endure or persevere, especially in a difficult situation.

    1. You must stick with your decision until the end. [ ] [ ]
    2. Even when things get tough, we need to stick together as a team. [ ] [ ]
stick transitive-verb

  1. To continue to support someone or something, even when it is difficult.

    1. Always stick by your friends in need. [ ] [ ]
    2. Despite the team's losses, the fans continue to stick with them. [ ] [ ]
stick noun

  1. A situation that is difficult or unpleasant.

    1. I am in a real stick since the car broke down. [ ] [ ]
    2. It was a stick situation; all passengers waited for the delays. [ ] [ ]

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "stick" in English means: A thin piece of wood, often used for support or fuel., A long, thin object used for playing certain sports or games., A long and slender cosmetic in a solid form..

The phonetic transcription of "stick" is /stɪk/ in British English and /stɪk/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "stick": staff, pole, rod, adhere, fasten, cling, persist, endure.

Example usage of "stick": "I found a stick in the yard to poke the fire.". More examples on the page.