Shrug
Definition of Shrug
Pronunciation: shrŭg v. t. | 1. | To draw up or contract (the shoulders), especially by way of expressing doubt, indifference, dislike, dread, or the like. | v. i. | 1. | To raise or draw up the shoulders, as in expressing doubt, indifference, dislike, dread, or the like. | n. | 1. | A gesture consisting of drawing up the shoulders, - a motion usually expressing doubt, indifference, or dislike; - it is sometimes accompanied by a slight turning of the hands outward or upward. Such a gesture may be made, as in answering "who knows" to a question, suggesting utter ignorance of an answer and a disinclination to pursue the topic further. |
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