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The definition of stir
13 Definitions of: stir
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- verb, to move an implement such as a spoon around in (a liquid) so as to mix up the constituents
- verb, to change or cause to change position; disturb or be disturbed
- verb, to venture or depart (from one's usual or preferred place)
- verb, to be active after a rest; be up and about
- verb, to excite or stimulate, esp emotionally
- verb, to move (oneself) briskly or vigorously; exert (oneself)
- verb, to rouse or awaken
- verb, to cause or incite others to cause (trouble, arguments, etc)
- verb, stir one's stumps to move or become active
- noun, the act or an instance of stirring or the state of being stirred
- noun, a strong reaction, esp of excitement
- noun, a slight movement
- noun, a noisy party ▷ See also stir up
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- noun, a slang word for prison
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