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Definition stutter in American English

stutter verb

verb
/ˈstʌtər/
1

to repeat the sounds of words in an uncontrolled way when you speak because you are nervous or have a speech problem

Example

Richard stuttered a reply and sat down, his face red.

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2

to move, work, or progress in a way that is not smooth or regular

Example

The car would start but then stutter to a stop.

Example

Last night the team nearly lost, but stuttered to a tie in the end.

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Definition stutter in American English