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1quiver1 (ˈkwɪvəPronunciation for quiver1) 

Definitions

verb

  1. (intr) to shake with a rapid tremulous movement; tremble

noun

  1. the state, process, or noise of shaking or trembling

Alternative Forms

ˈquiverer noun ˈquivering adjective ˈquiveringly adverb ˈquivery adjective

Word Origin

C15: from obsolete cwiver quick, nimble; compare quaver

2quiver2 (ˈkwɪvəPronunciation for quiver2) 

Definitions

noun

  1. a case for arrows

Word Origin

C13: from Old French cuivre;  related to Old English cocer,  Old Saxon kokari,  Old High German kohhari,  Medieval Latin cucurum

Usage examples

  • His words embarrassed and flattered me at the same time, but having him hold his eyes on me so intently made me quiver.
    Andrews, Virginia, Web of Dreams (1990)
  • Each atom interacts with the light and its electrons quiver in the light's electric field.
    New Scientist (2004)
  • Tighter curls, vital with erotic energy, quiver beneath a delicately loaded paintbrush.
    Globe and Mail (2003)
  • Cilla Black returns with another quiver full of Cupid's haphazard arrows.
    Times, Sunday Times (2002)
  • And Charles Bessières, the crossbowman's quiver safe at his side, led his hard men south.
    Bernard Cornwell, The Grail Quest (3) HERETIC (2004)

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All English words that begin with 'Q'

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