shiver: Meaning and Definition of

shiv•er

1. to shake or tremble with cold, fear, excitement, etc.
1. (of a fore-and-aft sail) to shake when too close to the wind.
2. (of a sailing vessel) to be headed so close to the wind that the sails shake.

1. a tremulous motion; a tremble or quiver: The thought sent a shiver down her spine.
2. an attack of shivering or chills (usually preceded by the).

shiv•er

1. to break or split into fragments.

1. a fragment; splinter.