knead — to work dough or clay by pressing and folding it repeatedly with the hands
Part of speech: VERB
Definition: to work dough or clay by pressing and folding it repeatedly with the hands
Pronunciation (IPA): /niːd/
Example Sentences
- The baker kneaded the pizza dough until it was smooth and elastic.
- My grandmother taught me to knead bread dough with love, not just my hands.
- After sitting at a desk all day, I love when my husband kneads my shoulders.
knead
VERB[/niːd/]
to work dough or clay by pressing and folding it repeatedly with the hands
to work dough or clay by pressing and folding it repeatedly with the hands
Knead the dough, watch the seed - both need care to succeed!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Old English 'cnedan', which comes from a common Germanic root shared across Germanic languages. This ancient word has been used since early times to describe the action of working dough in bread-making.
Breakdown
Old English 'cnedan' evolved into modern English 'knead' through regular sound changes in English phonology, where the initial 'c' was pronounced as 'k' and simplified in spelling over time.
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📝Examples
“The baker kneaded the pizza dough until it was smooth and elastic.”
“My grandmother taught me to knead bread dough with love, not just my hands.”
“After sitting at a desk all day, I love when my husband kneads my shoulders.”
“The cat kneaded my lap with its paws, purring loudly like a furry massage therapist.”
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