shaker

noun

shak·er ˈshā-kər

: one that shakes: such as

: a utensil or machine used in shaking

cocktail shaker

: one that incites, promotes, or directs action

a mover and shaker

capitalized [from a dance with shaking movements performed as part of worship] : a member of a millenarian sect originating in England in 1747 and practicing celibacy and an ascetic communal life

Shaker adjective

Shakerism

ˈshā-kə-ˌri-zəm

noun

Example Sentences

a member of the Shakers

Recent Examples on the Web Add vodka, lemon juice, and truffle honey in a shaker. —

Lauren Hubbard, Town & Country, 14 Feb. 2023 Dry shake together in the shaker to emulsify the egg and the alcohol. —

Louise Dixon, Chicago Tribune, 21 Dec. 2022 Dry shake together in the shaker to emulsify the egg and the alcohol. —

Louise Dixon, ajc, 19 Dec. 2022 Combine all ingredients in a shaker and shake well. —

Gabrielle Nicole Pharms, Harper's BAZAAR, 8 July 2022 The bitter espresso and chile combination in this shaker brings out the richness of your protein. —

Becca Miller, Good Housekeeping, 30 June 2022 In a cocktail shaker, combine the syrup, coconut milk and lime juice. —

Julia Bainbridge, Washington Post, 14 Oct. 2022 Combine ingredients in a shaker with ice, cover, and shake until thoroughly chilled. —

Paris Wolfe, cleveland, 6 Dec. 2022 Add Maestro Dobel Silver, lime juice, ginger syrup, and ice into the shaker. —

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