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| Shak·er |
noun (plural Shak·ers) |
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member of ascetic denomination: a member of a Christian denomination related to the Quakers who live communally, simply, and celibately. The denomination originated in England in the 18th century but settled in the United States.
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1. simple and functional: designed or made in the simple, functional style that originated with the Shakers
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2. parallel ribbed: knit in a large gauge in thin parallel ribs
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| [Late 18th century. < shaking movements in their ritual dances] |
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