Shake /ˈʃeɪk/

The meaning and definition of Shake, with examples, synonyms, and a word game to make it stick.

Definition

noun

The act of shaking or being shaken; tremulous or back-and-forth motion.
“She replied in the negative, with a shake of her head.”
A milkshake.

verb

To cause (something) to move rapidly in opposite directions alternatingly.
“He shook the can of soda for thirty seconds before delivering it to me, so that, when I popped it open, soda went everywhere.”
To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance or disapproval.
“Shaking his head, he kept repeating "No, no, no".”

Synonyms shiver tremble traumatize

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Shake /ˈʃeɪk/

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