shrug

Meanings

• Noun

  A gesture of indifference or disinterest, often accompanied by a raising of the shoulders.

  - "After I asked him for help, he just gave me a shrug."
  - "She gave a shrug when I asked her about the missing money."
  - "The detective gave a shrug as he examined the crime scene."

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Pronunciation

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with shrug
hug , mug , rug

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Homophones

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1. shrew (English) : A small, lively mammal, typically having a pointed snout and sharp claws.
   

2. shrewd (English) : Having or showing quick and astute understanding and judgment.
   

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Variants

List of all variants of shrug that leads to same result
shrug , shrugged , shrugging , shrugs , shrug off , shrugged off , shrugging off , shrugs off

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Forms

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shrugs (plural form)

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Etymology

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The word 'shrug' comes from the Old English word 'scruggan', which meant 'to shake the shoulders'.

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Trivia

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1. The shrug is often used as a gesture in response to a question or a request for an explanation.

2. In some cultures, the shrug is considered a polite way to decline an invitation or an offer.

3. The shrug has been used as a symbol in literature and art, including in the works of Shakespeare and Picasso.

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Related Concepts

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1. body language: The shrug is an example of nonverbal communication that conveys meaning through physical gestures.

2. indifference: The shrug is often used to express a lack of interest or concern.

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Culture

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The shrug is a common gesture used in various cultures around the world to express indifference, uncertainty, or a lack of knowledge. It has been depicted in art, literature, and music, and is often used as a symbol of nonchalance or apathy.

How to Memorize "shrug"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize someone raising their shoulders in a careless or nonchalant manner.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the shrug with a lack of interest or indifference.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember that the word 'shrug' comes from the Old English word 'scruggan', which means 'to shake the shoulders'.

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