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Meaning of stymie in English
Pronunciation
/ˈstaɪmi/
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Verb
stymie
Etymology
mid 19th century (originally a golfing term, denoting a situation on the green where a ball obstructs the shot of another player): of unknown origin
Definitions
1.
hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
Examples
« His brother blocked him at every turn »
Noun
stymie
Definitions
1.
a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole
2.
a thwarting and distressing situation