Shoulder Definition & Meaning
shoulder
- noun
- the part of the body between the neck and the upper arm
- a cut of meat including the upper joint of the foreleg
- a ball-and-socket joint between the head of the humerus and a cavity of the scapula
- the part of a garment that covers or fits over the shoulder; "an ornamental gold braid on the shoulder of his uniform"
- a narrow edge of land (usually unpaved) along the side of a road; "the car pulled off onto the shoulder"
- verb
- lift onto one's shoulders
- push with the shoulders; "He shouldered his way into the crowd"
- carry a burden, either real or metaphoric; "shoulder the burden"
"Shoulder" in song lyrics
See how shoulder is used in real songs:
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"He said son was out there, and look over my shoulder"
1.4.0. Productions f/ Franky Botts, Othorized F.A.M. — Salute -
"They just got colder, and gave me the cold shoulder"
69 Boyz — Survival of Da Fittest -
"Talkin mess lookin over your shoulder"
The 7A3 — That's How We're Livin'
Words that rhyme with shoulder
Usage tips for "shoulder"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "shoulder" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for shoulder to find words that pair well.