Small or thin wooden pieces from a tree, often used to build a fire: "The children collected a bundle of sticks so their parents could build the camp fire."

1. To pierce or to puncture something either accidentally or by using an implement: "The thorn on the bush is sharp and often sticks people when they walk too closely to the plant."

"Using a long handled fork, she sticks the piece of apple that was in the bottom of the pan."

2. To fasten or to adhere to something using a sticky substance: "The glue really sticks the pieces of wood together."

In Greek mythology, the main river in the underground, or Hades, often representing the passing over or turning point for one's death: "The Greek hero in mythology crossed the River Styx to join his fallen comrades."