shack

noun

Synonyms of shacknext
1
: hut, shanty
2
: a room or similar enclosed structure for a particular person or use
a guard shack

Examples of shack in a Sentence

an old shack in the woods a farmer's shack out in the fields that's used for lambing and as a shelter from storms
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Down at the beach, though, things are a little more informal, and the long-running beach shack Leon’s is the spot for toe-in-the-sand fish sandwiches and fries. Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 16 May 2026 This earned the original riverside shack the nickname Catfish Hotel, but his cooking gave rise to the business. Chelsea Brasted, Southern Living, 15 May 2026 There are upwards of 30 galleries in town, interspersed among the quintessential gift boutiques, fudge shops, and lobster shacks. Amy Thomas, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026 This cozy comfort-food shack served housemade breads, desserts and simmering kettles of hearty homemade soup. Phillip Valys, Sun Sentinel, 6 May 2026 See All Example Sentences for shack

Word History

Etymology

probably back-formation from English dialect shackly rickety

First Known Use

1878, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of shack was in 1878

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“Shack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/shack. Accessed 21 May. 2026.

Kids Definition

shack

noun
1
: hut, shanty
2
: a room or similar enclosed structure for a particular person or use
a radio shack

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