Definitions

1. verb

to cause to become stunned or dazed, typically by a blow to the head or a sudden shock

“The boxer’s opponent was left aghast after a powerful punch from the challenger.”

2. verb

to stun or daze, typically by a blow to the head or a sudden shock

“The thief was astone by the bright light shining in his eyes.”

3. verb

to stun or daze, typically by a blow to the head or a sudden shock (archaic or poetic)

“The poet wrote of a knight astone by love’s cruel hand.”

4. noun

a state of being stunned or dazed, typically by a blow to the head or a sudden shock

“The boxer’s opponent was left in a state of astone after the powerful punch.”