ausgeschüttelt

Ausschütteln is a German term that translates to "shaken out" or "to shake off." It is commonly used in several contexts, often referring to a physical action of removing something by shaking.

In the context of clothing or textiles, "ausschütteln" means to shake out a garment, rug, or blanket to remove dust, dirt, or wrinkles. This is a practical method for cleaning or freshening items. For example, one might "ausschütteln" a doormat to get rid of accumulated dirt.

The term can also be used metaphorically. To "sich ausschütteln" can mean to shake off a bad mood, a bad experience, or a negative influence, akin to shaking off something undesirable. It implies a desire to leave something behind and move forward.

In a more specific, though less common, usage, "ausschütteln" can refer to the process of emptying or shaking out the contents of a container. For instance, an artist might "ausschütteln" a brush to remove excess paint.

The word itself is derived from the verb "schütteln," meaning to shake. The prefix "aus-" often indicates removal or completion, hence "ausschütteln" implies shaking something out or until it is empty.