stunt1
v.
[
often as adj. stunted]
retard the growth or development of.
Derivative
Etymology
C16 (in the sense ‘bring to an abrupt halt’): from dial. stunt ‘foolish, stubborn’, of Gmc origin; perh. rel. to stump.
stunt2
n.
an action displaying spectacular skill and daring.
▸something unusual done to attract attention.
v.
perform stunts, especially aerobatics.
Etymology
C19 (orig. US college sl.): of unknown origin.