English dictionary
churn
/tS//[@]/rn/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
noun
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a vessel in which cream is agitated to separate butterfat from buttermilk
Synonyms butter churnSource: WordNet 3.0
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A vessel in which milk or cream is stirred, beaten, or otherwise agitated (as by a plunging or revolving dasher) in order to separate the oily globules from the other parts, and obtain butter.
Source: webster1913
verb
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stir (cream) vigorously in order to make butter
Source: WordNet 3.0
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be agitated
ExamplesThe sea was churning in the storm.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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To stir, beat, or agitate, as milk or cream in a churn, in order to make butter.
Source: webster1913
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To perform the operation of churning.
Source: webster1913