STILT — Definition of STILT

Either of two poles with footrests that allow someone to stand or walk above the ground; used mostly by entertainers.

A tall pillar or post used to support some structure; often above water.

Any of various wading birds of the genera Himantopus and Cladorhynchus, related to the avocet, that have extremely long legs and long thin bills.

A crutch.

To raise on stilts, or as if on stilts