definition of
stymie

[1] #1 stymie n. [stymy] a situation in golf where an opponent's ball blocks the line between your ball and the hole. wn

[2] #2 stymie v. [obstruct, blockade, block, hinder, stymy, embarrass] hinder or prevent the progress or accomplishment of; "His brother blocked him at every turn". wn

[3] #3 stymie n. [stymy] a thwarting and distressing situation. wn