stutter

4 definitions • 5 examples

to speak or say something, especially the first part of a word, with difficulty, for example pausing before it or repeating it several times:

She stutters a little, so be patient and let her finish what she's saying.

[ + speech ] "C-c-can we g-go now?" stuttered Jenkins.

to work or happen in a way that is not smooth or regular:

Suddenly the engine stuttered and then it stopped completely.

the act of speaking or saying something, especially the first part of a word, with difficulty, for example pausing before it or repeating it several times:

Toni's developed a slight stutter over the last few months.

to speak or say part of a word with difficulty, esp. by repeating it several times or by pausing before it:

[ I ] He doesn’t normally stutter when he speaks.