Someone or something that is surprisingly beautiful, impressive, or shocking.
From 'stun' (to shock or surprise) + '-er' suffix meaning 'one who does' or 'something that does.' 'Stun' comes from Old Norse 'stunna' meaning to check or stop short.
The word 'stunner' for an attractive person became popular in British English, and it's fascinating how languages often describe beauty as something that literally stops you in your tracks or renders you speechless.
Colloquially used to reduce women primarily to physical appearance; implies surprise that a woman could be both attractive and capable.
When describing people, use to describe achievements or performances equally regardless of gender. Avoid reducing any person to appearance.
["remarkable achievement","impressive performance","striking work"]
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