Definition of "stir"
- verb
To change the place of in any manner; to move.
To disturb the relative position of the particles of, as of a liquid, by passing something through it; to agitate.
To agitate the content of (a container) by passing something through it.
To bring into debate; to agitate; to moot.
To incite to action; to arouse; to instigate; to prompt; to excite.
To move; to change one's position.
To be in motion; to be active or bustling; to exert or busy one's self.
To become the object of notice; to be on foot.
- noun
The act or result of stirring; agitation; tumult; bustle; noise or various movements.
Public disturbance or commotion; tumultuous disorder; seditious uproar.
Agitation of thoughts; conflicting passions.
Jail; prison.
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