churning

American  

[chur-ning] / ˈtʃɜr nɪŋ /

noun

1. the act of a person or thing that churns.

2. the butter made at any one time.

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churning British  

/ ˈtʃɜːnɪŋ /

noun

1. the quantity of butter churned at any one time

2. the act, process, or effect of someone or something that churns

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Etymology

Origin of churning

First recorded in 1400–50, churning is from the late Middle English word chyrnynge. See churn, -ing ¹

Example Sentences

Out on the sidewalk and behind barriers, lookie-loos crane their necks for a peek at the competitors, while pin traders mill through the churning crowd in hopes of making a souvenir swap.

From Los Angeles Times

Since opening 56 years ago, Stranraer's ice-rink has made an indelible mark in the world of curling by churning out multiple European, World and Olympic champions.

From BBC

Halfway across the Garner River the bridge collapsed, sending Uppity, his wagon, and his horse straight down into the churning waters.

From Literature

Each year around June when the rains came, its waters would gather in might, churning with rich silt, flooding the plains, and bestowing abundant harvests for farmers and catches for fishermen.

From Literature

They appear perfectly still, seated on their shortboards, but underneath the water their feet are kicking and churning.

From Literature

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