STUMP

the bottom part of a tree left projecting from the ground after most of the trunk has fallen or been cut down.

each of the three upright pieces of wood which form a wicket.

a cylinder with conical ends made of rolled paper or other soft material, used for softening or blending marks made with a crayon or pencil.

used in relation to political campaigning

(of a question or problem) be too hard for; baffle

walk stiffly and noisily

(of a wicketkeeper) dismiss (a batter) by dislodging the bails with the ball while the batter is out of the crease but not running.

travel around (a district) making political speeches

use a stump on (a drawing, line, etc.).