shoulder
Pronunciation
Noun
A1 Beginner
Quick answer
The joint where your arm connects to your body.
Usage notes
To give someone the cold shoulder means to deliberately ignore them.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "He carried his little sister on his _____."
Answer: shoulder
In your own words, what does "shoulder" mean?
The joint where your arm connects to your body.
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