Shake

/ΛˆΚƒeΙͺk/

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

Definition

verb
  1. To cause (something) to move rapidly in opposite directions alternatingly.
    β€œHe shook the can of soda for thirty seconds before delivering it to me, so that, when I popped it open, soda went everywhere.”
  2. To move (one's head) from side to side, especially to indicate refusal, reluctance or disapproval.
    β€œShaking his head, he kept repeating "No, no, no".”
noun
  1. The act of shaking or being shaken; tremulous or back-and-forth motion.
    β€œShe replied in the negative, with a shake of her head.”
  2. A beverage made by adding ice cream to a (usually carbonated) drink; a float.

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Synonyms shiver tremble traumatize

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