Stalking
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈstɔːkɪŋ/ · Part of speech verb
Quick meaning: Stalking is a verb meaning present participle and gerund of stalk.
Meaning
present participle and gerund of stalk.
More Meanings
- The act of going stealthily.
- Hunting for game by moving silently and stealthily or by waiting in ambush.
- The crime of following or harassing another person, causing that person to fear death or injury.
- The removal of stalks from bunches of grapes prior to winemaking.
Example Sentences
A tiny cub is learning the art of stalking a little too well it seems. A video posted on social media shows the cub surprising its mamma and giving her a huge fright. The short clip makes for a delightful watch.
Word Forms
- stalkings
Synonyms for stalking
Depending on context, synonyms include stalk, following, still hunt.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include following, still hunt, persecution, bullying, follow, harassing.
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