stirs
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🇺🇸
/stɝz/
🇬🇧
/stɜːz/
(stir)
mix or provoke
Etymology
'stir' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'styrian' (also spelled 'stirian'), where the root meant 'to move or set in motion.'
'stir' changed from the Old English verb 'styrian/stirian' and Middle English forms such as 'steren' or 'stiren' and eventually became the modern English word 'stir'.
Initially, it meant 'to move or set in motion,' but over time it evolved to include 'to mix by moving,' 'to rouse emotions,' and 'to cause a commotion.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
plural of 'stir': commotions, excitements, or brief disturbances.
There were stirs in the audience when the winner was announced.
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Verb 1
third-person singular present of 'stir': to move a spoon, stick, etc., around in (a liquid or other substance) to mix it.
She stirs the soup slowly to blend the flavors.
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Verb 2
third-person singular present of 'stir': to cause strong feelings or excitement; to arouse.
The announcement stirs public interest across the city.
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Last updated: 2025/09/26 18:49