stalk / stock [stɒk]
stalk – n. & v. – n. – 1. the main stem of a plant; 2. a similar slender connecting part by which an animal organ or structure is attached or supported; 3. applied to various erect slender objects; 4. a stately or pompous mode of walking; v. – 1. walk softly, cautiously, or stealthily especially when following someone or something; 2. remove the stems from fruit
stock – n. & v. – n. – 1. a wind instrument, an old English trumpet; 2. in fencing, a thrust with a pointed weapon; 3. Geology a discordant intrusion of igneous rock which has a roughly oval cross-section and steep sides, and is smaller than a batholith; 4. liquid in which meat, fish, or vegetables have been simmered that is used as a basis for soup, gravy, or sauce; 5. raw materials from which something is made; v. – 1. fasten or confine as punishment; 2. thrust with a pointed weapon