shaker

noun

shak·​er ˈshā-kər 

1

: one that shakes: such as

a

: a utensil or machine used in shaking

cocktail shaker

b

: one that incites, promotes, or directs action

a mover and shaker

2

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

Examples of shaker in a Sentence

a member of the Shakers

Recent Examples on the Web

Fill the shaker with ice and stir vigorously for 15 seconds to incorporate and chill. —Claudia Alarcón, Forbes.com, 30 May 2025

In a cocktail shaker, add the cucumbers, a sprig of mint and the salt. —The New York Times News Service Syndicate, Denver Post, 20 May 2025

Indeed, each year, when the oversized fruits come rolling into farmers' markets and gardens, the salt shakers—and really strong opinions—come out. —Kimberly Holland, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2025

Half fill glass with ice, if desired Mix Cocktail In a cocktail shaker half filled with ice, combine tequila, orange juice, lime juice, agave nectar, and 1 jalapeño slice. —Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Apr. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing shaker

• mover and shaker
• pepper shaker

Rhymes for shaker

• breaker
• laker
• maker
• nacre
• quaker
• raker
• sacre
• taker
• automaker
• boilermaker
• cabinetmaker
• coffeemaker

Kids Definition

shaker

noun

shak·​er ˈshā-kər 

1

: a utensil or machine used in shaking

2

capitalized : a member of a religious group originating in England and practicing a communal life