shook
Elementary (A2)
IPA: /ʃʊk/
KK: /ʃʊk/
noun
Definition
A collection of pieces that are used to build something, like a barrel or a box.
Example
The carpenter prepared a shook to assemble the new barrel.
Conversation
Have you seen the shook for the new project we are working on?
Yeah, I checked it out yesterday, and it looks really organized.
I think we should start assembling the parts soon.
Definitely! The shook will make it so much easier to put everything together.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
bundle
set
kit
Antonyms
disassembly
separation
scatter
verb
Definition
To move something quickly back and forth or up and down.
Example
She shook the bottle to mix the ingredients.
Tense Forms
Past: shook
Past Participle: shaken
Conversation
Did you see how the crowd shook with excitement during the concert?
I know, right? It was such an amazing atmosphere!
I couldn't believe how much energy there was in the room.
Root Explanation
The word 'shook' is the past tense of 'shake', which originates from Old English 'sceacan' (meaning to move or to shake). The word 'shook' refers to the action of having moved or caused to move with quick, short movements.
Memory Tip
Think of the Old English word 'sceacan' meaning to move — this helps you remember that 'shook' means to have moved or shaken something.
Visually Confused Words
sook
hook
stook
spook
sooky
sooke
snook
smook