Shaker
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See also: shaker
English
[edit]Etymology 1
[edit]From shake + -er, from the movements of the members in dancing, which forms a part of their worship.
Noun
[edit]Shaker (plural Shakers)
- One of a Christian Protestant religious sect who do not marry.
- Synonym: Shaking Quaker
Derived terms
[edit]Translations
[edit]Adjective
[edit]Shaker (not comparable)
- Pertaining to a distinctive style of furniture developed by the Shakers, characterised by functionality and minimalist designs.
Derived terms
[edit]Etymology 2
[edit]From Arabic.
Proper noun
[edit]Shaker
- A surname.