Shaking (Noun)
Meaning 1
The act of causing something to move up and down (or back and forth) with quick movements.
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The act of shaking a polaroid picture helps the development process by distributing the chemicals inside the photo evenly.
- Earthquakes involve shaking of the earth's crust due to sudden releases of energy beneath the surface.
- His uncontrolled shaking made it impossible to sign the contract.
- Violent shaking can damage an egg by cracking its delicate inner structures.
- Careless shaking can be destructive, particularly in homes filled with fine antique glassware and expensive equipment.
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Meaning 2
A shaky motion; "the shaking of his fingers as he lit his pipe".
Classification
Nouns denoting natural processes.