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stir vs paddle

paddle vs stir

stir and paddle both are nouns.

stir and paddle both are verbs.

Word NounAdjectiveVerbAdverb
stir Yes No Yes No
paddle Yes No Yes No
As verbs, paddle is a hyponym of stir; that is, paddle is a word with a more specific, narrower meaning than stir:
  • stir: move an implement through
  • paddle: stir with a paddle
Other hyponyms of stir include churn.
stir (noun) paddle (noun)
a rapid active commotion a short light oar used without an oarlock to propel a canoe or small boat
emotional agitation and excitement an instrument of punishment consisting of a flat board
a prominent or sensational but short-lived news event a blade of a paddle wheel or water wheel
small wooden bat with a flat surface; used for hitting balls in various games
stir (verb) paddle (verb)
mix or add by stirring stir with a paddle
summon into action or bring into existence, often as if by magic give a spanking to; subject to a spanking
affect emotionally propel with a paddle
stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of swim like a dog in shallow water
move very slightly walk unsteadily, with short steps
move an implement through play in or as if in water, as of small children
to begin moving
stir feelings in
Difference between stir and paddle

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