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Added 10 October 2026

shiver

/ˈʃɪvɚ/ noun

In Latin: horreo, tremo Wiktionary

noun Definition from WordNet 3.1, Princeton University. Pronunciation from Wiktionary, via Kaikki.org. More about shiver at Wordnik → Where our words come from →

A reflex motion caused by cold or fear or excitement.
An almost pleasurable sensation of fright.
a frisson of surprise shot through him

verb

Tremble convulsively, as from fear or excitement.
Shake, as from cold.
The children are shivering--turn on the heat!

Origin

Origin uncertain, perhaps an alteration of chavel, or a frequentive of sheaf.

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