to work (dough, clay, etc.) into a uniform mixture by pressing, folding, and stretching.

to manipulate by similar movements, as the body in a massage.

to make by kneading

to knead bread.

to make kneading movements with

She kneaded her fist into her palm.

verb

aerate , alter , blend , form , manipulate , massage , mold , ply , press , push , rub , shape , squeeze , stroke , twist , worknotes:knead means to make into a uniform mass , as by folding , pressing , and stretching with the hands or manually manipulate someone\'s body usually for medicinal or relaxation purposes; a need (noun) is something required or wanted - need (verb) means to require or have a need of , fold , mix , stretch , work