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shakes.

Delirium tremens; typically due to alcohol withdrawal.

6 characters1 syllables approx.English language

Meaning & usage

noun/ʃeɪks/

  1. Delirium tremens; typically due to alcohol withdrawal.

    plural · plural-only · slang · usually
    If I don't get a drink soon, I'll get the shakes.

  2. A pattern of behavior including twitches, tics and spasms typical of withdrawal from addiction.

    colloquial · plural · plural-only · usually

  3. A fit of trembling or shivering.

    colloquial · plural · plural-only · usually
noun/ʃeɪks/

  1. plural of shake

    form-of · plural
verb/ʃeɪks/

  1. third-person singular simple present indicative of shake

    form-of · indicative · present · singular · third-person
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