noun “stalk”
singular stalk, plural stalks
- the main part of a plant that holds up the parts that carry seeds
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The sunflower's tall stalk held up its bright yellow petals.
- the part that connects the eyes to the body in some sea creatures like crabs and lobsters
The crab's eyes moved independently on their stalks, scanning the surroundings for food.
verb “stalk”
infinitive stalk; he stalks; past tense stalked; past part. stalked; ger. stalking
- to move towards something or someone very quietly and carefully so that they do not notice you
The cat stalked the bird, moving silently through the tall grass.
- to keep trying to see or talk to someone many times, which can make them feel uncomfortable or scared
He was arrested for stalking his neighbor by sending her unwanted messages every day.
- to walk in a proud and confident way, often showing that you are upset or angry
She stalked out of the room, her head held high.