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Shrug

Apparel
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

A small jacket or wrap covering the shoulders; in poetry, suggests layering, warmth, or modest coverage.

Detailed Definition
A shrug is a compact garment worn around the shoulders, sometimes knitted, sometimes tailored, and usually open at the front. It can be practical against a chill or ornamental over a dress. In poetry, the word also invites a double image: fabric gathered close to the body and a gesture of indifference. That tension makes it useful for scenes where elegance masks uncertainty or resignation.
Example
Example in poetry:
“She gave a shrug, and the whole afternoon loosened,” turns a small gesture into an emotional image; A knitted shrug may represent comfort without the weight of a coat; “Her silver shrug caught the theater lights,” uses texture and brightness to establish a stage setting; In a poem, a shrug can suggest indifference, uncertainty, or quiet refusal.
Additional Notes
A shrug is a small shoulder covering, sometimes knitted or made of soft fabric. It provides limited warmth and is commonly worn over dresses, making it more delicate and informal than a jacket.
Also Known As
Shoulder Shrug Bolero Shrug
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