stilt

Meanings

• noun

  A long, thin structure used to support a person or object, especially when they are above the ground or water.

  - "The fishermen used stilts to stand in the shallow water and catch fish."
  - "The acrobat performed amazing feats on tall stilts."

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Pronunciation

1. /stɪlt/
   
   
   
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Variants

List of all variants of stilt that leads to same result
stilt , stilts , stilted , stilting , Chamberlain , The Big Dipper , Wilt Chamberlain , Wilt the Stilt , Wilton Norman Chamberlain

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Etymology

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Old English stylte, from styl, pillar, post.

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Trivia

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1. The tallest stilts ever used were over 12 feet (3.66 meters) tall.

2. Stilt walking is a popular activity in carnivals and festivals around the world.

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Related Concepts

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1. piling: A construction technique where poles or piles are driven deep into the ground to support a structure.

2. stilt walk: A type of performance art where people walk on tall stilts.

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Culture

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Stilts have been used in various cultures for different purposes, such as fishing, hunting, and performing in circuses. In some cultures, they are also used in traditional dances.

How to Memorize "stilt"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine a long, thin structure that supports a person or object.

2. associate
   

   - Think of a fisherman standing in shallow water with long poles to catch fish.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the word 'stilt' as 'supporting a little'.

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