Definitions

1. noun

a gesture in which a person raises their shoulders in a dismissive or indifferent way, often to express a lack of concern or interest.

“She let out a shrug and walked away.”

2. verb

to express indifference or a lack of concern by raising one’s shoulders.

“He shrugged off the bad news and continued with the project.”

3. verb

to dismiss or ignore something, especially because it is seen as unimportant or too difficult to deal with.

“The company shrugged off the criticism and continued to operate as usual.”

4. noun

a feeling of indifference or lack of concern.

“After hearing the news, he felt a shrug about the whole situation.”