Definitions

1. verb

to deliberately refuse to cooperate or comply with a request, especially one that is considered reasonable or justified, often in order to protect a position or achieve a goal.

“The government was accused of stonewalling the investigation into the scandal.”

2. noun

a refusal to cooperate or comply with a request, especially one that is considered reasonable or justified.

“The stonewall by the company has led to widespread criticism from the public.”

3. noun

a barrier or obstacle, especially one that is difficult to overcome.

“The stonewall in the garden was a challenging project to complete.”

4. noun

a wall made of stone, especially one that is used to enclose or mark a boundary.

“The ancient stonewall still stood as a testament to the town’s history.”