stuttering
stuttering Lexical Profile
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• noun
A speech disorder characterized by frequent, involuntary disruptions in the normal flow of speech, such as repetitions of sounds or syllables, prolongations of sounds, or abnormal stoppages.
"Early speech therapy can significantly help children manage developmental stuttering."
• adjective
Characterized by involuntary repetitions, pauses, or hesitations in speech.
"He delivered a nervous, stuttering apology in front of the entire committee."
Proceeding or operating in an irregular, jerky, or spasmodic manner.
"The old tractor moved forward at a slow, stuttering pace before its engine finally stalled."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Derived from the Middle English verb 'stoteren', a frequentative form of 'stoten' (to stumble or stammer), from a West Germanic root meaning to push, strike, or thrust.