noun a difficult or challenging situation or problem
verb to walk heavily or clumsily
In construction, 'stumps' may refer to the foundation supports for a building or structure.
In forestry, 'stumps' are the remains of a tree trunk left in the ground after logging.
In cricket, 'stumps' refers to the three vertical posts that form part of the wicket. When a bowler knocks the stumps over, it is considered a dismissal.
In gardening, 'stumps' can refer to the remaining part of a plant or tree that has been cut down or removed.
In informal language, 'stumps' can be used to mean being surprised or caught off guard.
In cricket writing, 'stumps' is often used to refer to the end of a day's play or the end of a match.
In psychology, 'stumps' can be used metaphorically to signify the end of a certain behavior or thought pattern.
In accounting, 'stumps' can refer to the final balance or total at the end of a financial period.
In construction, 'stumps' can refer to the wooden or metal supports used to hold up a structure.
In botany, 'stumps' can refer to the remaining part of a tree or plant after it has been cut down.