still vs stock-still

stock-still vs still

still is a noun but stock-still is not a noun.

still and stock-still both are adjectives.

still is a verb but stock-still is not a verb.

still and stock-still both are adverbs.

Word	Noun	Adjective	Verb	Adverb
still	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
stock-still	No	Yes	No	Yes

As adverbs, still and stock-still are synonyms defined as:

still and stock-still: without moving or making a sound

still (noun)	stock-still (noun)
an apparatus used for the distillation of liquids; consists of a vessel in which a substance is vaporized by heat and a condenser where the vapor is condensed
a static photograph (especially one taken from a movie and used for advertising purposes)
a plant and works where alcoholic drinks are made by distillation
(poetic) tranquil silence

still (adjective)	stock-still (adjective)
not sparkling	absolutely still
used of pictures; of a single or static photograph not presented so as to create the illusion of motion; or representing objects not capable of motion
(of a body of water) free from disturbance by heavy waves
marked by absence of sound
not in physical motion
free from noticeable current

still (verb)	stock-still (verb)
cause to be quiet or not talk
make motionless
make calm or still
lessen the intensity of or calm

still (adverb)	stock-still (adverb)
to a greater degree or extent; used with comparisons	without moving or making a sound
with reference to action or condition; without change, interruption, or cessation
without moving or making a sound
despite anything to the contrary (usually preceding a concession)

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