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Meaning of Stumble
The primary meaning of the word "stumble" is to trip or fall over something, or to make a mistake.
Definitions
- To trip or fall over something, or to make a mistake
- * To move clumsily or unsteadily, often because of being tired or hurt
- * To find or discover something by chance
Etymology of Stumble
The word "stumble" originated from the Old English word "stumblian", which is also related to the Old Norse word "stumblaN" and the Middle Low German word "stummeln"
Historically, the word has been used to describe physical tripping or falling, as well as making mistakes or errors
Example Uses
- She stumbled over the rock and fell to the ground
- * He stumbled upon a great idea for a new business
- * The hiker stumbled through the dense forest, trying to find the trail