shakers

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Noun: 1. A celibate and communistic Christian sect in the United States: "Shakers" refers to the members of a religious group, formally known as the United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing, known for their communal living, celibacy, ecstatic worship, and simple, functional craftsmanship.

Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The Shakers were renowned for their beautifully simple furniture and architecture.
    • A small community of Shakers still exists today, preserving their traditions.
Advanced Usage
  • Historical Reference: The term is often used in historical or cultural contexts discussing 19th-century American religious movements, utopian societies, or design history.
    • The influence of Shakers on American minimalist design is significant.
Variants and Related Words
  • Shaker (adj): Pertaining to the Shakers or their style.
    • We bought a Shaker-style dining table.
  • Shakerism (n): The doctrines and practices of the Shakers.
Synonyms
  • The United Society of Believers in Christ's Second Appearing (formal name).
  • The Millennial Church (another historical name).
Notes on Different Meanings
  • Common Noun 'shaker': It is critical to distinguish the proper noun Shakers (the religious sect) from the common noun shaker (an object used to mix or sprinkle, e.g., a salt shaker, a cocktail shaker). They are different words with different meanings and uses.
    • The Shakers lived communally. (Religious group)
    • Pass the salt shaker, please. (Utensil)
Noun
  1. a celibate and communistic Christian sect in the United States

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