Stir

Word STIR
Character 4
Hyphenation stir
Pronunciations /stɜː/

Definitions and meanings of "Stir"

What do we mean by stir?

Prison. noun

To pass an implement through (a liquid, for example), usually in circular motions, so as to mix or cool the contents. intransitive verb

To use an implement to move or rearrange the fuel in (a fire) to increase light or heat. intransitive verb

To add or mix in (an ingredient, for example) into a liquid or mixture by moving an implement. intransitive verb

To mix together the ingredients of (a liquid, for example) before cooking or use by moving an implement. intransitive verb

To move or pass (an implement) through a liquid in order to mix or cool the contents. intransitive verb

To cause to move or shift, especially slightly or with irregular motion. intransitive verb

To cause to become active; bestir. intransitive verb

To excite strong feelings in or rouse, as from indifference: synonym: provoke. intransitive verb

To provoke deliberately; incite. Often used with up. intransitive verb

To change position slightly. intransitive verb

To start to move, especially in rising from sleep. intransitive verb

To move about actively or busily. intransitive verb

To move away from a customary or usual place or position. intransitive verb

To stir or mix a liquid or mixture. intransitive verb

To be capable of being stirred. intransitive verb

The act or result of stirring (moving around the particles of a liquid etc.)

Agitation; tumult; bustle; noise or various movements.

Public disturbance or commotion; tumultuous disorder; seditious uproar.

Agitation of thoughts; conflicting passions.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Stir

The word "stir" in example sentences

Put the sugar, water and glucose over the fire; stir till the sugar is dissolved; wash down the sides of the saucepan with a cloth or the fingers dipped in cold water, cover and let boil three or four minutes, then uncover and let cook to 275° F. (when a little is cooled and chewed it clings but does not stick to the teeth) add the butter and peanuts and _stir constantly_ until the peanuts are nicely browned (or are of the color of well roasted peanuts). ❋ Maria Parloa (1876)

"During the call, he expressed surprise that his comments had created what he called a stir," the official said. ❋ Unknown (2010)

"During the call, he expressed surprise that his comments had created what he called a stir," the official told AFP on condition of anonymity. ❋ Unknown (2010)

(And it makes a nice ginger-flavored sherry that is fun to use in stir-fry sauces.) ❋ Unknown (2009)

You can go back to snowed-in stir-crazy cabin-fever paranoia in a couple of months. ❋ Unknown (2009)

•Increasing the proportion of vegetables in stir-fry dishes, broth-based soups and stews. ❋ Unknown (2008)

Did it, in short, stir in you excitement to rush out and read this book? ❋ Unknown (2009)

I Love the crisp texture of zucchini in stir fry and curries. ❋ Cardamom (2007)

Substitutes: Chinese broccoli OR yau choy OR napa cabbage (for stir-frying only; don't boil) OR broccoli OR Swiss chard OR celery (especially in stir-fry dishes) OR collard greens OR beet greens foodsubs. com ❋ Cardamom (2007)

Kentucky's first recruit of the 2007 class did indeed cause a stir within the Kentucky fan base, but the stir is more of a concern for the state of the program than a celebration of a commitment. ❋ Unknown (2006)

I would hear the slightest stir from the babes and try to remedy before they * really* woke up. ❋ Unknown (2006)

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