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stuttering
As a noun, this term refers to a specific speech pathology. It is treated as an uncountable mass noun, meaning it does not have a plural form and cannot be counted with numbers; instead, it is described by its intensity or frequency.
When used as an adjective, the word extends beyond human speech to describe mechanical or rhythmic irregularities. It evokes a sense of instability or failure, such as a flickering light or a failing engine, where the continuity of action is broken by abrupt, repetitive interruptions.
Meanings
Speaking with involuntary pauses or repetitions of sounds.
A stuttering child.
Examples
He spoke in a stuttering voice because he was so nervous.
I hope my stuttering does not distract the audience during the presentation.
The young boy struggled with stuttering throughout elementary school.
The young boy struggled with stuttering throughout elementary school.
Wait I can explain just give me a second he said in a stuttering manner.
Speech therapy can help children who are stuttering.
She noticed his slight stuttering whenever he talked about his father.
The witness gave a stuttering account of the events to the police.