Stutter

Pronunciation

• US IPA: /ˈstʌɾɚ/
• Rhymes: -ÊŒtÉ™(r)

Full definition of stutter

Verb

1. (ambitransitive) To speak with a spasmodic repetition of vocal sounds.He stuttered a few words of thanks.

Synonyms

• (speak with spasmodic repetition) stammer

Noun

1. A speech disorder characterised by stuttering.
2. (obsolete) One who stutters; a stammerer.

Synonyms

• stammer

Derived terms