[kwey-ker] 
| a popular name for a member of the Religious Society of Friends. |
| Quak·er (kwā'kər) n. A member of the Society of Friends. [From quake (from an early leader's admonishment to "tremble at the word of the Lord").] Quak'er·ism n., Quak'er·ly adv. & adj. |
A member of the Religious Society of Friends. The Quakers are a group of Christians who use no scripture and believe in great simplicity in daily life and in worship. Their services consist mainly of silent meditation.
Note: Quakers have traditionally been committed to pacifism.
Note: Pennsylvania was settled by a group of Quakers fleeing religious persecution.
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