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Kneed: meaning, definitions and examples

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kneed

 

[ niหd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

physical action

To kneed is to apply pressure and manipulate dough or any soft material with the hands, using a folding and pushing motion. This technique is commonly employed in baking to develop gluten in bread dough, resulting in a better texture. Kneading is an essential step in many recipes, allowing for proper integration of ingredients. In a broader context, kneed can also refer to applying force with the knee, often used in self-defense or sport situations.

Synonyms

manipulate, massage, work

Examples of usage

  • She kneeded the dough for ten minutes.
  • He was taught how to kneed bread properly.
  • The fighter kneed his opponent during the match.

Translations

Translations of the word "kneed" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น joelho

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค˜เฅเคŸเคจเคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Knie

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ lutut

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะบะพะปั–ะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ kolano

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่†

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท genou

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ rodilla

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท diz

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ๋ฌด๋ฆŽ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุฑูƒุจุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ koleno

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ koleno

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่†็›–

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ koleno

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ hnรฉ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚ั–ะทะต

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒฃแƒฎแƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ diz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ rodilla

Etymology

The word 'kneed' originates from the Old English term 'cnฤ“dan', meaning 'to knead or press'. It is closely related to the word 'knee', reflecting the action often performed using the knee in specific physical contexts, primarily in martial arts and wrestling. The verb has evolved over centuries, adapting its definition while retaining its roots in physical manipulation and pressure application. The tactile action associated with kneading in cooking can be traced back to early bread-making practices, integral to many cultures' culinary traditions. As baking techniques advanced, so did the lexicon surrounding them, ensuring that 'kneed' found its place in modern English as a vital term in both cooking and physical activity.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #30,362 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.