Question 1

What does "stump out" mean?

Accepted Answer

To extinguish a cigarette by pressing its burning end against a hard surface.

Question 2

How do you use "stump out" in a sentence?

Accepted Answer

He stumped out his cigarette on the railing and went back inside.

Question 3

Is "stump out" formal or informal?

Accepted Answer

"stump out" is informal — used mainly in casual conversation. Less common than 'stub out'. Primarily encountered in British and Australian informal speech. Learners should treat 'stub out' as the default form.

stump out

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