Shiver

noun

/ˈʃɪvə/

Word Frequency: 1.3

Definitions

1.nounThe act of shivering.

"A shiver went up my spine."

2.nounA bodily response to early hypothermia.Wp

3.verbTo tremble or shake, especially when cold or frightened.

"They stood outside for hours, shivering in the frosty air."

4.verbTo cause to shake or tremble, as a sail, by steering close to the wind.

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