knead
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- pronunciation:
- nid
- features:
- Word Combinations (verb), Homophone Note
| part of speech: |
transitive verb |
| inflections: |
kneads, kneading, kneaded |
| definition 1: |
to mix by pressing, folding, and pulling, esp. with the hands.
He will knead the dough until it is smooth. |
| definition 2: |
to manipulate by pressing, squeezing, or rubbing; massage.
She kneaded her tired muscles.- similar words:
- massage, rub
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| related words: |
mold, work |
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| derivation: |
kneader (n.) |
The words
knead and
need sound alike but have different meanings.