Associations to the word «Shrug»

Wiktionary

SHRUG, noun. A lifting of the shoulders to signal indifference.
SHRUG, noun. A cropped, cardigan-like garment with short or long sleeves, typically knitted.
SHRUG, verb. (ambitransitive) To raise (the shoulders) to express uncertainty, lack of concern, (formerly) dread, etc.
SHRUG OFF, verb. (idiomatic) To ignore or disregard; to be indifferent.

Dictionary definition

SHRUG, noun. A gesture involving the shoulders.
SHRUG, verb. Raise one's shoulders to indicate indifference or resignation.

Wise words

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