shoulder

🇬🇧 UK/'ʃәuldә/🇺🇸 US

NGSL 2kGREA1

Definitions

n.

The part of the body between the neck and the upper arm; a cut of meat from this area.

肩，肩膀；（肉）肩部

v.

To push with one's shoulder; to take on a burden or responsibility.

用肩推；承担（责任）

🧩 Root Breakdown

Native English

shoulderother

=shoulder

Common Collocations

1.shrug one's shoulders耸肩
2.shoulder to shoulder肩并肩，并肩作战
3.cold shoulder冷落，冷眼相待
4.shoulder bag单肩包

Example Sentences

1.
She rested her head on his shoulder and fell asleep.
2.
He shrugged his shoulders and said he had no idea.
3.
The slow-cooked shoulder of lamb was tender and flavorful.

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