plural of stalk

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of stalk

The stem or main axis of a plant, which supports the seed-carrying parts. / The petiole, pedicel, or peduncle of a plant. / Something resembling the stalk of a plant, such as the stem of a quill.

(transitive) To approach slowly and quietly in order not to be discovered when getting closer. / (transitive) To (try to) follow or contact someone constantly, often resulting in harassment.ᵂᵖ

A particular episode of trying to follow or contact someone. / The hunting of a wild animal by stealthy approach.

(intransitive) To walk haughtily.

A haughty style of walking.

present participle of stalk

The act of going stealthily. / Hunting for game by moving silently and stealthily or by waiting in ambush.

The removal of stalks from bunches of grapes prior to winemaking.