stalk synonyms

stalk

n.

stem, support, axis, pedicle, petiole, peduncle, stipe, stipes, seta, upright, quill, stack, caulis, caulicle, spire, shaft, helm, bent, scape, funicle, spike, stipel, tigella, straw, boon, bennet, stock; see also trunk 3.

stalk

v.

approach stealthily, track, chase, shadow; see hunt 1, pursue 1.

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