Pronunciation: /stɔk/
noun the main stem of a plant
A1 I saw a stalk of corn in the field.
A2 The giraffe reached up to eat a leaf from the tall stalk of a tree.
B1 The farmer cut down the stalks of wheat to harvest the grain.
B2 The hunter patiently waited in the bush, watching the stalk of his prey.
C1 The detective followed the suspect's stalk through the city streets.
C2 The artist carefully observed the delicate stalks of flowers in the garden for inspiration.
verb to pursue or approach stealthily
A1 I stalked the deer through the forest.
A2 She stalked her ex-boyfriend on social media.
B1 The detective stalked the suspect for days before making an arrest.
B2 The paparazzi were known for stalking celebrities to get the latest scoop.
C1 The journalist stalked the politician to uncover any hidden scandals.
C2 The private investigator was hired to stalk a cheating spouse and gather evidence.
formal The detective decided to stake out the suspect's house in order to stalk his movements.
informal I saw you stalking your crush on social media last night!
slang She's been low-key stalking him for weeks now.
figurative The shadow of doubt continued to stalk his every decision.
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