Definitions

1. noun

A person or thing that shakes something, especially a container or bottle used for mixing or serving liquids, such as cocktails.

“She used a cocktail shaker to mix the drinks.”

2. noun

A device for mixing or agitating liquids, especially a container with a lid that has a handle and is used for mixing cocktails.

“The bartender used a shaker to mix the martini.”

3. noun

A device used to shake or agitate something, such as a plant or a seed, especially in agriculture or horticulture.

“The farmer used a shaker to remove the dead leaves from the plants.”

4. verb

To shake or agitate something, especially a liquid or a container.

“She shook the jar to mix the ingredients.”

5. verb

To remove or separate something from its original position or state.

“He shook off the dirt from his boots.”