1. mixes a liquid or substance by moving it around with a spoon or similar tool
2. moves slightly or begins to move
3. causes someone to feel a strong emotion or reaction

1. a slight movement or activity
2. excitement or strong interest

Examples

• She stirs the soup with a wooden spoon.
• The cat stirs when it hears footsteps.
• The speech stirs the crowd to action.
• There was a stir in the bushes.
• The announcement caused quite a stir.
• He stirs his coffee before drinking it.
• The baby stirs in her sleep.