Meaning & Definition of word "Shrug"

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    Shrug

    /ʃrʌg/

    noun:

    • 1. A gesture made by raising and lowering the shoulders.
      • Example: His shrug indicated that he didn't care about the outcome.

    verb:

    • 1. To raise and lower the shoulders to express doubt, indifference, or lack of knowledge.
      • Example: When asked if he knew where the missing keys were, he just shrugged.
    • 2. To disregard or minimize the importance of something.
      • Example: She shrugged off the criticism, confident in her abilities.

    Etymology

    Middle English shroggen, probably of Scandinavian origin; akin to Old Norse skrugga.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    shrug it off:

    To dismiss something as unimportant.

    give a shrug:

    To respond with indifference or uncertainty.

    Related Words

    gesture:

    A movement of the body or limbs that expresses an idea or feeling.

    indifference:

    Lack of interest, concern, or sympathy.

    Slang Meanings of shrug

    Meaning: IDK

    Example Sentence: When I asked where we should go for dinner, he just shrugged and said, 'IDK.'

    Meaning: Whatever

    Example Sentence: She was frustrated with the situation but ultimately just shrugged, saying 'Whatever.'