stall
//stɔːl//
Noun
A small booth or stand where goods are displayed and sold, typically at a market.
She bought fresh vegetables from a stall at the market.
A compartment for an animal in a stable or barn.
The horse was resting quietly in its stall.
A seat in a church enclosed at the back and sides, typically reserved for clergy or choir.
The choir members took their places in the wooden stalls.
A section of seats on the ground floor of a theater.
We got seats in the stalls for the musical.
Verb
To stop or cause to stop making progress; to come to a standstill.
The peace talks have stalled due to disagreements.
(Of an engine or vehicle) to stop running, typically due to an overload on the engine.
The car stalled at the traffic light.
To delay or obstruct by evasive action or speech; to play for time.
He tried to stall the negotiations until his lawyer arrived.