shaking
|shak/ing|
B1
/ˈʃeɪkɪŋ/
(shake)
move back and forth
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shake' originates from Old English, specifically the word 'sceacan', where 'sceacan' meant 'to move quickly'.
Historical Evolution
'sceacan' transformed into the Middle English word 'shaken', and eventually became the modern English word 'shake'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to move quickly', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to move back and forth or up and down'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act of moving something back and forth or up and down with quick, short movements.
There was a noticeable shaking of the ground during the tremor.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:35