noun

1. A compartment for a single animal in a stable or cattle shed.

2. A stable; a place for cattle.

3. A bench or table on which small articles of merchandise are exposed for sale.

Synonyms: boose

verb

1. To put (an animal, etc.) in a stall.

   “to stall an ox”

2. To fatten.

   “to stall cattle”

3. To come to a standstill.