Shake
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British pronunciation/ʃˈe‌ɪk/
American pronunciation/ˈʃeɪk/

Definition & Meaning of "shake"

to shake
01

to move from side to side or up and down

to shake definition and meaning
02

to cause someone or something to move up and down or from one side to the other with short rapid movements

to shake definition and meaning
03

(of one's body) to involuntarily shake, as a response to fear or due to a particular condition

to shake definition and meaning
04

to take someone's hand and move it up and down, mainly for greeting

to shake definition and meaning
05

to rapidly and intensely move back and forth, causing vibrations or tremors

06

to make something, particularly a belief or idea, less certain

07

to cause someone to be emotionally disturbed or shocked

08

to alter or transform something into a particular state through rapid and abrupt movements

09

to free oneself from, discard, or avoid something

10

to move or gesture a body part, typically a hand or head, to convey a greeting, emotion, or mental state

Shake
01

grasping and shaking a person's hand (as to acknowledge an introduction or to agree on a contract)

shake definition and meaning
02

frothy drink of milk and flavoring and sometimes fruit or ice cream

shake definition and meaning
03

building material used as siding or roofing

shake definition and meaning
04

involuntary, short movements in one or more parts of one's body in response to cold, fear, or excitement

What is "shakes"?

Shakes refer to quick and uncontrolled movements of the body or parts of the body. They can show up as trembling or shivering and may happen for various reasons, such as neurological disorders, medication side effects, or anxiety. Shakes can affect different body parts, including the hands, arms, legs, or even the entire body. Treatment for shakes depends on the underlying cause and may involve medications, therapy, or other actions to manage symptoms and improve quality of life.

05

causing to move repeatedly from side to side

06

a note that alternates rapidly with another note a semitone above it

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The thunderstorm brought heavy rain and strong winds, making the branches of the trees shake violently.
The cat climbed the tree, causing the branches to shake with every agile movement.
The earthquake caused the lamp to swing and shake from side to side.
The boat sailed through choppy waters, causing it to shake with each wave that it encountered.
The harrowing documentary on the war's impact shook the viewers.
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