Word
sticks
US/ˈstɪks/
UK/stˈɪks/
Definitions
01pieces of wood
A2 · Elementary Plural noun
n. small, thin pieces of wood that have fallen from a tree.
n. the plural of 'stick', referring to thin pieces of wood or branches separated from a tree or shrub.
“The children spent the afternoon gathering dry sticks to build a small campfire.”
“After the heavy storm, the lawn was littered with broken sticks and debris that had been blown down from the ancient oaks.”
02the countryside
B2 · Upper Intermediate Plural noun Informal
n. a place that is far away from any town or city.
n. a remote rural area or the countryside, often used with a slightly derogatory or dismissive tone.
“I grew up out in the sticks, so it took me a long time to get used to city traffic.”
“They decided to move out to the sticks to find some peace, though they soon realised the commute to the office was nearly two hours each way.”
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03crutches
C1 · Advanced Plural noun Slang · Informal
n. a slang word for crutches used to help someone walk.
n. a slang term for crutches or walking aids, typically used in the plural.
“He's been on sticks for three weeks since he broke his ankle playing football.”
“After the surgery, she was forced to get around on sticks until the physical therapist cleared her for weight-bearing exercises.”
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Real-World Examples
“Had a deal not been reached, some $28 billion worth of Canadian products — everything from hockey sticks to cement, alcohol to honey — would have faced 50% tariffs when the clock struck midnight.” “The bump that sticks out is your Adam's apple .” Idioms
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Common
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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