stall
Definitions
A compartment in a stable or barn for the accommodation of a single animal.
A stand, booth, or counter where merchandise is displayed for sale.
To stop making progress or to cause an engine to cease running.
Examples
The engine began to stall because the car was low on fuel.
We rented a small stall at the local market to sell our handmade crafts.
The negotiations started to stall when neither side was willing to compromise.
Synonyms
delay postpone hesitate stagnate halt obstruct procrastinate