To mix something by moving a spoon or similar object around. To cause a strong feeling or reaction. Excitement or surprise caused by an event or action.

stir

/stɜː/ · /stɝː/

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搅拌

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v. To mix something by moving a spoon or similar object around.

搅拌

v. To cause a strong feeling or reaction.

激起；唤起

n. Excitement or surprise caused by an event or action.

轰动；骚动

Example

Stir the soup gently so it does not stick.

轻轻搅拌汤，免得粘锅。

Documentaries about endangered animals can stir public concern and encourage stronger support for wildlife conservation.

关于濒危动物的纪录片能够唤起公众的关注，促使人们更加支持野生动物保护。

Collocations

stir well
stir in
cause a stir
stir up trouble

Word family

stirrer (n.)
stirring (adj.)

Usage tip

过去式stirred、现在分词stirring均双写r。

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What does stir mean?: To mix something by moving a spoon or similar object around. To cause a strong feeling or reaction. Excitement or surprise caused by an event or action.
How is stir pronounced?: UK /stɜː/, US /stɝː/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.

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