shaking
UK: ˈʃeɪkɪŋ | US: ˈʃeɪkɪŋ
n. the act or motion of moving rapidly back and forth
adj. trembling or quivering
v. (present participle of shake) causing to move with quick, forceful movements
The word shaking derives from the Old English sceacan (to shake, move violently), which shares Proto-Germanic roots with Dutch schaken and German schacken. The suffix -ing marks it as a present participle or gerund, indicating ongoing action. The core concept of rapid, irregular movement has remained consistent through its evolution.
The shaking ground warned of an approaching earthquake.
She handed me the letter with shaking hands.
The dog was shaking water off its fur.
His voice was shaking with emotion during the speech.
The wind kept shaking the branches of the old tree.