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SHAKERS

\ʃˈe͡ɪkəz], \ʃˈe‍ɪkəz], \ʃ_ˈeɪ_k_ə_z]\

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1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language

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A fanatical religious sect which arose in Eng. about 1747, but now confined to N. Amer., whose professors introduce into their devotional exercises jumping and singing, and profess celibacy.

1874 - Etymological and pronouncing dictionary of the English language
By Stormonth, James, Phelp, P. H.

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