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shaker

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Noun — A small container used to sprinkle a granular substance, such as salt or pepper.

How to use shaker

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Etymology

From "shake" plus the agent-forming ending "-er".

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Frequently asked questions

What does “shaker” mean?

The word “shaker” means a small container used to sprinkle a granular substance, such as salt or pepper. In plain terms, most often a container for salt, pepper, or cocktails.

How do you pronounce “shaker”?

“Shaker” is pronounced SHAYK (/ˈʃeɪkɚ/ in IPA).

How do you use “shaker” in a sentence?

Here is “shaker” used in a sentence: “Pass me the pepper shaker, please.”

What part of speech is “shaker”?

“Shaker” is a noun.

Is “shaker” a common word?

“Shaker” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “shaker” have?

“Shaker” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a small container used to sprinkle a granular substance, such as salt or pepper.

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