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The stem or main axis of a plant, which supports the seed-carrying parts.

Example: a stalk of wheat, rye, or oats;  the stalks of maize or hemp

The petiole, pedicel, or peduncle of a plant.

Something resembling the stalk of a plant, such as the stem of a quill.

An ornament in the Corinthian capital resembling the stalk of a plant, from which the volutes and helices spring.

A particular episode of trying to follow or contact someone.

The hunting of a wild animal by stealthy approach.

To approach slowly and quietly in order not to be discovered when getting closer.

To (try to) follow or contact someone constantly, often resulting in harassment.Wp

Example: My ex-girlfriend is stalking me.

To walk slowly and cautiously; to walk in a stealthy, noiseless manner.

To walk behind something, such as a screen, for the purpose of approaching game; to proceed under cover.

A haughty style of walking.

To walk haughtily.