Knead: meaning, definitions and examples

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knead

 

[ niหd ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

baking

To work dough or clay into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching.

Synonyms

manipulate, massage, work

Examples of usage

  • She kneaded the dough until it was smooth and elastic.
  • He kneaded the clay to create a sculpture.
Context #2 | Verb

figurative

To manipulate or shape something carefully and thoroughly.

Synonyms

manipulate, mold, shape

Examples of usage

  • The politician kneaded the facts to suit his agenda.
  • She kneaded the story until it fit her narrative.
Context #3 | Noun

anatomy

The action of pressing, folding, and stretching a part of the body to relieve stiffness or pain.

Synonyms

manipulation, massage, pressure

Examples of usage

  • The massage therapist used kneading techniques to relax the muscles.
  • Kneading can help improve circulation and reduce muscle tension.

Translations

Translations of the word "knead" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น amassar

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค—เฅ‚เค‚เคงเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kneten

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ menguleni

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผั–ัะธั‚ะธ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ gnieล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใ“ใญใ‚‹ (koneru)

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท pรฉtrir

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ amasar

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท yoฤŸurmak

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฐ˜์ฃฝํ•˜๋‹ค (banjukhada)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ูŠุนุฌู† (ya'jin)

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hnฤ›tat

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mieลกaลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰ (rรณu)

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ gnesti

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hnoรฐa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะธั–ะฝั‚ัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ–แƒ”แƒšแƒ•แƒ (zelva)

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ yoฤŸurmaq

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ amasar

Etymology

The word 'knead' originated from the Old English word 'cnedan', which means to knead or press something with the hands. It has been used for centuries in the context of baking, sculpting, and massage therapy. The act of kneading is essential in creating dough that rises properly and in relieving muscle tension. Over time, 'knead' has evolved to symbolize the careful manipulation and shaping of various materials, both physical and metaphorical.

See also: kneading.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #27,826, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.