noun:a compartment for one animal in a barn or stable
The horse was led back to its stall after the ride.
noun:a stand, booth, or compartment for the sale of goods
We bought fresh vegetables from a stall at the farmer's market.
verb:to stop making progress or to cause an engine or vehicle to stop running
The car's engine began to stall at the traffic light.
verb:to employ delaying tactics
He tried to stall for time while his friends prepared the surprise.
