noun
shakes
shayks
noun
1
Uncontrollable trembling, often caused by alcohol withdrawal or fear.
"He had a bad case of the shakes after quitting drinking."
How to Use Shakes
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishInformal term for shaking or trembling, especially from withdrawal, nerves, or cold.
Common pairings
get the shakes
have the shakes
Word Forms
the shakes plural
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He had a bad case of the _____ after quitting drinking.