1. the act of following or watching someone persistently in a way that is frightening or threatening
Usage: legal term
2. the act of hunting wild animals by following them quietly and carefully

1. present participle of stalk: to follow or watch someone persistently in a threatening way
2. present participle of stalk: to hunt wild animals by following them quietly

Examples

• The celebrity obtained a restraining order against her stalking fan.
• Stalking is a serious crime that can result in imprisonment.
• The hunter was stalking deer through the forest.
• Lions are known for stalking their prey before attacking.
• She reported the stalking behavior to the police.
• The documentary showed wolves stalking a herd of elk.
• Online stalking has become increasingly common with social media.