noun
stumper
Stumper (noun) means Someone, such as a politician, who travels around giving speeches.
noun
1
Someone, such as a politician, who travels around giving speeches.
2
(cricket) A player who stands behind the batsman to catch or stop the ball.
"He's not yet well known, but he's a good stumper."
3
(informal) A question or problem that is very hard to answer or solve.
"Global warming is a real stumper."
4
(informal) Someone who boasts a great deal about themselves.
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Etymology
From stump + -er.
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What is the meaning of stumper?
"stumper" (noun) means someone, such as a politician, who travels around giving speeches.
What is another word for stumper?
Other words for "stumper" include poser, toughie, sticker.
What are the different meanings of stumper?
"stumper" has 3 main meanings: 1. Someone, such as a politician, who travels around giving speeches; 2. (cricket) A player who stands behind the batsman to catch or stop the ball; 3. (informal) A question or problem that is very hard to answer or solve.
