(stûr) v. stirred, stir·ring v.t.
1. To agitate so as to alter the relative position of the particles or components of, as soup with a spoon.
2. To cause to move, especially slightly or irregularly; disturb: The tide stirred the boat.
3. To move vigorously; bestir: Stir yourself!
4. To rouse, as from sleep, indifference, or inactivity; stimulate.
5. To incite; provoke; often with up.
6. To affect strongly; move with emotion.
—v.i.
7. To move, especially slightly: The log wouldn't stir.
8. To be active; move about: They heard him stirring in his room.
9. To take place; happen.
10. To undergo stirring: This molasses stirs easily.
—noun
1. The act of stirring, or state of being stirred; activity.
2. Public interest; excitement; to-do; commotion.
3. A poke; nudge. [OE styrian]
—stir′rer noun Synonyms (verb): agitate, animate, arouse, awake, awaken, excite, incite, instigate, move, prompt, provoke, rouse, stimulate, wake. See ACTUATE, INFLUENCE, SPUR. Antonyms: see synonyms for ALLAY, ALLEVIATE.

(stûr) noun Slang
A jail; prison. [Origin uncertain]