How Do You Spell STACK?

Pronunciation: [stˈak] (IPA)

The word "stack" is written with five letters but includes three distinct sounds. The first sound is /st/, written with the letters S and T together, pronounced with a small pause between them. The next sound is /æ/, written with the letter A, pronounced with an open mouth and the tongue low in the mouth. The final sound is /k/, written with the letter K, pronounced with a sharp release of air from the back of the throat. Together, these sounds create the word "stack."

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STACK Meaning and Definition

  1. Stack (noun):

    1. A stack refers to a neat and tidy pile, typically of objects, organized in a vertical arrangement, with each item placed directly on top of the previous one. Common examples of stacks include stacks of plates in a kitchen cabinet, stacks of books on a shelf, or a stack of papers on a desk. This arrangement enables efficient storage and retrieval of items.

    2. In computer science, a stack is an abstract data type that follows a last-in, first-out (LIFO) approach. It is a linear data structure where elements are inserted and removed from the same end, known as the top of the stack. The operations performed on a stack include "push" (adding an element to the stack) and "pop" (removing an element from the top of the stack). Additionally, stacks may have operations such as "peek" (viewing the top element) and "isEmpty" (checking if the stack is empty).

    3. The term "stack" can also refer to a fixed-memory region used by programs to store temporary variables, function calls, and other information. Known as a stack memory, it grows and shrinks dynamically during program execution, with information being pushed onto and popped off the stack.

    4. Stack can also be a verb, meaning to arrange objects or items in a stack formation, or it can refer to the act of organizing or sorting information or tasks according to a priority or predefined order.

  2. • A large conical heap of corn in the straw, thatched on the top; a large pile of hay, straw, or wood; a number of chimneys standing together; in geol., a pillar-like rock separated from the mainland; a needle.
    • To lay up in a large pile or heap.

    Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language. By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H. Published 1874.

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Etymology of STACK

The word "stack" originated from the Old Norse word "stakkr", which means "a pile, heap, or hayrick". It was borrowed into Middle English as "stacke", referring specifically to a pile of hay or straw. Over time, the term expanded in usage and began to refer to piles or heaps of other objects, such as a stack of wood, books, or papers. The word eventually became more general in nature and is now commonly used to describe any arrangement of objects in a vertical or orderly manner.

Idioms with the word STACK

  • stack up The idiom "stack up" typically means to accumulate or gather, or to compare or evaluate. It can also refer to aligning things or items one on top of the other in a neat and orderly manner.
  • stack sth up The idiom "stack something up" typically means to accumulate or gather a large amount of something, usually in a neat or organized way. It can also refer to comparing or measuring the quantity, quality, or success of something against another.
  • blow your stack The idiom "blow your stack" means to become extremely angry, lose control of one's temper, or have an outburst of rage.
  • stack it The idiom "stack it" means to fall or stumble, often resulting in a complete loss of balance or a physical mishap.
  • blow one’s stack The idiom "blow one's stack" means to become extremely angry or lose one's temper suddenly and explosively.
  • stack against The idiom "stack against" means to compare or evaluate something or someone unfavorably in terms of odds, chances, or likelihood of success. It suggests that the circumstances or factors are not in one's favor, making it difficult to achieve a desired outcome.
  • blow one's stack The idiom "blow one's stack" means to become extremely angry, lose control of emotions, or have an intense outburst of anger or frustration.
  • stack the deck (against sm or sth) The idiom "stack the deck (against someone or something)" means to manipulate or rig a situation in order to ensure a particular outcome that is favorable to oneself. It suggests putting a lot of effort into arranging and organizing things in a way that creates an advantage or disadvantage for someone or something, usually in an unfair or biased manner.
  • blow your stack/top The idiom "blow your stack/top" means to suddenly lose control of one's temper or become extremely angry and express it loudly or explosively. It refers to the image of a pressure cooker or a volcano erupting with its contents forcefully released.
  • stack up to sm or sth The idiom "stack up to someone or something" means to compare, measure, or evaluate someone or something against others in order to determine their relative worth, quality, or success. It is often used when questioning whether someone or something is as good as, or can live up to the expectations or achievements of others.
  • stack sth against sm or sth The idiom "stack something against someone or something" means to weigh or compare something in a biased or unfair manner against someone or something else. It implies putting one person or thing at a disadvantage by creating an unfavorable or unequal comparison.
  • stack the deck, at stack the cards The idiom "stack the deck" or "stack the cards" refers to manipulating a situation or outcome in one's favor by arranging things dishonestly or unfairly. It originates from the practice of cheating in card games by arranging or manipulating the order of the cards in a deck to gain an advantage over other players. Outside of card games, the phrase is used figuratively to describe any action or behavior aimed at rigging or biasing a situation to achieve a desired result, often through unfair means.
  • blow your lid/top/stack The idiom "blow your lid/top/stack" means to become extremely angry or lose one's temper suddenly and explosively. It refers to a person's emotions reaching a breaking point, causing them to react with intense anger or frustration.
  • blow stack The idiom "blow stack" is used to describe a situation where someone becomes extremely angry or loses their temper. It means to explode in anger, similar to a volcano erupting and releasing its built-up pressure as smoke and ash.
  • stack the cards The idiom "stack the cards" refers to the act of arranging or manipulating a situation or set of circumstances in a dishonest or unfair way in order to achieve a desired outcome or advantage. It implies rigging or biasing the conditions in one's favor, often at the expense of others involved.
  • stack the deck The idiom "stack the deck" means to manipulate or arrange things, usually in a deceptive or unfair way, in order to achieve a desired outcome. It typically involves setting up a situation or scenario with an unfair advantage or bias in favor of oneself or a specific party.
  • swear on a stack of Bibles The idiom "swear on a stack of Bibles" means to make a solemn and binding oath, pledge, or promise, emphasizing the seriousness and sincerity of one's statement. It implies that the person is willing to affirm their statement even by putting their hand on a stack of holy books, such as Bibles, as a symbol of the utmost truthfulness and accountability.
  • stack the deck (against) (someone or something) The idiom "stack the deck against (someone or something)" refers to intentionally arranging or manipulating a situation in order to ensure a particular outcome that is advantageous to oneself or disadvantageous to others. It implies setting up unfair or prejudiced circumstances, usually with the intention to make it difficult or impossible for someone or something to succeed or achieve a favorable result.
  • stack up (against sth) The idiom "stack up against (something)" means to compare or evaluate one thing in relation to another, typically to determine how they measure up or how well they compare in terms of quality, suitability, or performance. It signifies assessing the relative strengths, weaknesses, or similarities between two or more things.
  • stack the cards (against someone or something) The idiom "stack the cards (against someone or something)" means to intentionally arrange or manipulate circumstances, often in a dishonest or unfair way, to put someone or something at a disadvantage or ensure a particular outcome that favors oneself or others. It suggests preemptive actions taken to ensure an outcome advantageous to one party while undermining the other party's chances.

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Plural form of STACK is STACKS

Conjugate verb Stack

CONDITIONAL

I would stack
you would stack
he/she/it would stack
we would stack
they would stack

CONDITIONAL CONTINUOUS

I would be stacking
you would be stacking
he/she/it would be stacking
we would be stacking
they would be stacking

CONDITIONAL PERFECT

I would have stack
you would have stack
he/she/it would have stack
we would have stack
they would have stack

CONDITIONAL PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I would have been stacking
you would have been stacking
he/she/it would have been stacking
we would have been stacking
they would have been stacking

FUTURE

I will stack
you will stack
he/she/it will stack
we will stack
they will stack

FUTURE CONTINUOUS

I will be stacking
you will be stacking
he/she/it will be stacking
we will be stacking
they will be stacking

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have stacked
you will have stacked
he/she/it will have stacked
we will have stacked
they will have stacked

FUTURE PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I will have been stacking
you will have been stacking
he/she/it will have been stacking
we will have been stacking
they will have been stacking

IMPERATIVE

you stack
we let´s stack

NONFINITE VERB FORMS

to stack

PAST

I stacked
you stacked
he/she/it stacked
we stacked
they stacked

PAST CONTINUOUS

I was stacking
you were stacking
he/she/it was stacking
we were stacking
they were stacking

PAST PARTICIPLE

stacked

PAST PERFECT

I had stacked
you had stacked
he/she/it had stacked
we had stacked
they had stacked

PAST PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I had been stacking
you had been stacking
he/she/it had been stacking
we had been stacking
they had been stacking

PRESENT

I stack
you stack
he/she/it stacks
we stack
they stack

PRESENT CONTINUOUS

I am stacking
you are stacking
he/she/it is stacking
we are stacking
they are stacking

PRESENT PARTICIPLE

stacking

PRESENT PERFECT

I have stacked
you have stacked
he/she/it has stacked
we have stacked
they have stacked

PRESENT PERFECT CONTINUOUS

I have been stacking
you have been stacking
he/she/it has been stacking
we have been stacking
they have been stacking
I would have stacked
we would have stacked
you would have stacked
he/she/it would have stacked
they would have stacked

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