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knead

The word “knead” has 1 syllable: knead

It's pronounced as /niːd/

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In the thesaurus, “knead” has 39 synonyms and 5 antonyms.

Here are synonyms and antonyms for knead along with examples of usage in sentences.

Synonyms for knead

Antonyms for knead

Meanings of knead

  • noun
    1. The act of kneading something.
  • verb
    1. To work and press into a mass, usually with the hands; especially, to work, as by repeated pressure with the knuckles, into a well mixed mass, the materials of bread, cake, etc.
    2. To treat or form as if by kneading; to beat.
    3. (of cats) To make an alternating pressing motion with the two front paws.
    4. To mix thoroughly; form into a homogeneous compound.

Example Sentences

  • She began to knead the dough until it was smooth and elastic.
  • You must knead the clay thoroughly before shaping it.
  • The baker taught her how to knead bread properly.
  • He used his strong hands to knead the tight muscles in her shoulders.
  • Always knead the mixture on a floured surface to prevent sticking.

On this page you'll find 44 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to knead, such as: abate, aerate, alter, beat, blend, boast, carve.

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