stymie Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole
    stymy.
  2. noun a thwarting and distressing situation
    stymy.
  3. verb hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of
    obstruct; hinder; blockade; embarrass; stymy; block.
    • His brother blocked him at every turn

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