Definitions

1. verb

to speak with hesitation or difficulty, especially because of a speech disorder.

“She stuttered when she tried to read the passage aloud.”

2. noun

a person who speaks with hesitation or difficulty, especially because of a speech disorder.

“The speech therapist worked with the child who was a stutterer.”

3. verb

to make a sudden, jerky movement or sound, typically as a result of nervousness or excitement.

“The musician’s heart stuttered as he took the stage.”