shakers Meaning, Definition & Usage

1. noun a celibate and communistic Christian sect in the United States
   United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing.
   
2. noun a person who wields power and influence
   shaker; mover and shaker.
   
   • a shaker of traditional beliefs
   • movers and shakers in the business world
3. noun a member of Christian group practicing celibacy and communal living and common possession of property and separation from the world
   Shaker.
   
4. noun a container in which something can be shaken
   shaker.
   

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