English Explanatory Dictionary

shakes

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. plural of shake
noun
  1. Delirium tremens; typically due to alcohol withdrawal.
  2. A pattern of behavior including twitches, tics and spasms typical of withdrawal from addiction.
  3. A fit of trembling or shivering.
verb
  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of shake
name
  1. plural of Shake

Pronunciation

/ʃeɪks/

Word forms

shakes the shakes

Derived words

wet dog shakes
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