First Known Use: 14th century
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1stun
transitive verb \ˈstən\
: to surprise or upset (someone) very much
: to cause (someone) to suddenly become very confused, very dizzy, or unconscious
stunnedstun·ning
Full Definition of STUN
1
: to make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow : daze
2
: to shock with noise
3
: to overcome especially with paralyzing astonishment or disbelief
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Origin of STUN
Middle English stonen, stunen, from Anglo-French estoner — more at astonish
2stun
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STUN Defined for Kids
stun
verb \ˈstən\
stunnedstun·ning
Definition of STUN for Kids
1
: to make dizzy or senseless by or as if by a blow <The bird laid stunned after crashing into the window.>
2
: to affect with shock or confusion : fill with disbelief <He was stunned by the news.>
Medical Dictionary
stun
transitive verb \ˈstən\
stunnedstun·ning
Medical Definition of STUN
: to make senseless, groggy, or dizzy by or as if by a blow
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