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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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