ALL meanings of stalled
stall
S s - noun stalled a pretext, as a ruse, trick, or the like, used to delay or deceive. 1
- noun stalled Underworld Slang. the member of a pickpocket's team who distracts the victim long enough for the theft to take place. Compare wire (def 11). 1
- noun stalled Sports. slowdown (def 3). 1
- verb with object stalled to delay or put off, especially by evasion or deception (often followed by off): He stalled the police for 15 minutes so his accomplice could get away. 1
- verb without object stalled to delay, especially by evasion or deception. 1
- verb without object stalled Sports. to prolong holding the ball as a tactic to prevent the opponent from scoring, as when one's team has the lead. Compare freeze (def 31). 1