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shaker

n. countable
B1 Intermediate US //ˈʃeɪkɝ// UK //ʃˈeɪkɐ// shak·er

n. a container used to mix ingredients by shaking them hard. You often use one to make cold drinks or to sprinkle salt and pepper on food.

n. a container designed for mixing ingredients through vigorous agitation or for dispensing granulated substances through a perforated lid.


SIMPLE

He puts the ice and juice into the shaker.

CONTEXTUAL

The bartender uses a metal shaker to mix the ingredients for the cocktail before pouring it into a glass.

COMPLEX

While a simple glass jar can suffice in a pinch, a professional-grade shaker ensures that the liquid is properly aerated and chilled without excessive dilution from the melting ice.

Etymology 1

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

Etymology 2

From Arabic.

Usage

Often used in compound nouns like 'salt shaker' or 'cocktail shaker'.

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