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Shaker

Shak·er


noun  (plural Shak·ers)
Definition:
 
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.



adjective 
Definition:
 
1. simple and functional: designed or made in the simple, functional style that originated with the Shakers

2. parallel ribbed: knit in a large gauge in thin parallel ribs

[Late 18th century. < shaking movements in their ritual dances]
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