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Stop

/stɒp/

To bring something to an end or halt any forward movement, progress, or activity.

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Stop the car now!He can't stop laughing at her joke.

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Originates from the Old English stoppian, likely derived from West Germanic roots akin to Dutch stoppen and German stopfen. Used since before the 12th century to indicate ceasing an activity or closing an opening.

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