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stir

/stɜːr/
A2 Β· Elementaryβ˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†
verb

Simple Meaning

to move a spoon or stick around in a liquid to mix it.

When to Use

πŸ’¬Daily Conversation
Elementary β€” simple everyday language

Examples in Conversation

β€œCould you stir the soup while I cut the vegetables?”

β€œI always stir my coffee to make sure the sugar dissolves.”

β–ΆFull Definition

To mix a substance by moving a spoon or other implement around in it.

β€œShe used a wooden spoon to stir the soup slowly.”

Related Words

Synonyms:
mixblendwhisk
Antonyms:
stillfreeze
Word Family:
stirrerstirringstir-fry