Shaker

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English[edit]

Etymology 1[edit]

shake +‎ -er, from the movements of the members in dancing, which forms a part of their worship.

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Noun[edit]

Shaker (plural Shakers)

  1. One of a Christian Protestant religious sect who do not marry.
    Synonym: Shaking Quaker
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Adjective[edit]

Shaker (not comparable)

  1. Pertaining to a distinctive style of furniture developed by the Shakers, characterised by functionality and minimalist designs.
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Etymology 2[edit]

From Arabic.

Proper noun[edit]

Shaker

  1. A surname.

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