n.
1.a disorderly outburst or tumult
2.emotional agitation and excitement
3.a rapid bustling commotion stir v.
1.move an implement through with a circular motion
2.move very slightly
3.stir feelings in
4.stir the feelings, emotions, or peace of
5.affect emotionally
6.evoke or call forth, with or as if by magic
7.to begin moving, "As the thunder started the sleeping children began to stir"
8.mix or add by stirring
Idiom of the Day
keep down (something) or keep (something) down
to keep something from progressing or growing, to keep within limits, to control something
The students were told to keep down the noise as the other class was taking an exam.