Halts (5)
'halts' is the definition.
('stop' can be a synonym of 'halt')
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for stops that I've seen before include "Discontinues" , "Prevents" , "Checks" , "Halts" , "Ends" .)
'halts' is the definition.
(I've seen this in another clue)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for stays that I've seen before include "... holidays" , "Guys; remains" , "Supports" , "Puts up with" , "restrictive garments" .)