First Known Use: 13th century
Dictionary
1stealth
noun \ˈstelth\
: a secret, quiet, and clever way of moving or behaving
Full Definition of STEALTH
1
a archaic : theft b obsolete : something stolen
2
: the act or action of proceeding furtively, secretly, or imperceptibly <the state moves by stealth to gather information — Nat Hentoff>
3
: the state of being furtive or unobtrusive
4
: an aircraft-design characteristic consisting of oblique angular construction and avoidance of vertical surfaces that is intended to produce a very weak radar return
See stealth defined for English-language learners
See stealth defined for kids
ADVERTISEMENT
Origin of STEALTH
Middle English stelthe; akin to Old English stelan to steal
2stealth
adjective
—used to describe military aircraft that are designed so that they cannot be easily seen by radar
: done or happening in a secret or quiet way that does not attract attention
Full Definition of STEALTH
: intended not to attract attention : stealthy <a stealth campaign>
See stealth defined for English-language learners
First Known Use of STEALTH
1987
Related to STEALTH
STEALTH[1] Defined for Kids
stealth
noun \ˈstelth\
Definition of STEALTH for Kids
: sly or secret action
Learn More About STEALTH
Browse
Next Word in the Dictionary: stealthfulPrevious Word in the Dictionary: stealageAll Words Near: stealth
ADVERTISEMENT
Seen & Heard
What made you want to look up stealth? Please tell us where you read or heard it (including the quote, if possible).