stalk
//stɔːk//
Noun
stalkSingular
stalksPlural
1
The main stem of a plant that supports leaves, flowers, or fruit.
The flower has a long green stalk.
2
A slender supporting structure in an animal or organism, such as the eyestalk of a crab.
The crab's eyes are mounted on long stalks.
Verb
stalkInfinitive
stalkPresent tense
stalkedPast tense
stalkedPast participle
stalkingPresent participle
stalksThird-person singular
1
To pursue or approach prey or a person stealthily.
The lion stalked its prey through the tall grass.
2
To harass or persecute someone with unwanted and obsessive attention.
He was arrested for stalking his ex-girlfriend.
3
To walk in a stiff, proud, or angry manner.
She stalked out of the room in anger.