1. short cardigans or jackets that cover the shoulders and upper arms
Usage: plural form
2. gestures of raising the shoulders
Usage: plural form

1. raises one’s shoulders to express doubt, indifference, or ignorance
Usage: third person singular present tense of ‘shrug’

Examples

• She shrugs when asked about her plans for the weekend.
• He always shrugs off criticism without taking it seriously.
• The store sells elegant shrugs perfect for evening wear.
• Her collection includes several knitted shrugs in different colors.
• His constant shrugs during the meeting showed his lack of interest.
• The teacher noticed the student’s shrugs and asked for a verbal response.
• These shrugs are ideal for covering bare shoulders at formal events.