CEFR B1

stir

verb

Meaning

To move a spoon or other implement around in a liquid or other substance to mix it or to prevent it from settling or burning.

Examples

Stir the ingredients together until well combined.
He stirred his coffee slowly, lost in thought.

Synonyms: mix, blend, agitate, whisk

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stir (B1)

verb

Pronunciation: /stɜːr/

Definition

To move a spoon or other implement around in a liquid or other substance to mix it or to prevent it from settling or burning.

Examples

Stir the ingredients together until well combined.
He stirred his coffee slowly, lost in thought.
The chef stirred the sauce to thicken it.

How to Use stir

stir up (phrasal verb): To cause a disturbance, argument, or strong feeling. — "The rumors stirred up a lot of controversy."
stir in (phrasal verb): To add an ingredient to a mixture and stir it. — "Stir in the sugar and vanilla extract."
stir about/around (phrasal verb): To move restlessly or busily. — "He began to stir about in his chair."

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