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Meaning of stalker
A person who stalks, especially one who follows or pursues another person in a stealthy or obsessive manner.
Etymology of stalker
The word "stalker" originated in the 15th century, derived from the Middle English word "stale", meaning "to walk stealthily" or "to hunt", which is also related to the Old English word "stael", meaning "to walk" or "to go"
Historically, the term "stalker" was used to describe a person who hunted game, especially in Scotland and Northern England
Over time, the meaning of the word expanded to include a person who follows or pursues another person, often in a stealthy or obsessive manner
Synonyms
Definitions
- A person who follows or pursues another person, especially out of obsession or derangement
- A person who hunts or tracks game, especially stealthily
- A person who moves stealthily, especially in order to catch or attack something
Usage Examples
- The police warned the woman that she was being stalked by a dangerous individual
- The hunter stalked his prey through the forest, trying not to make a sound
- The paparazzi stalked the celebrity, trying to get a shot of her in a compromising position