英単語辞書 | 単語の意味、定義、例文
a short garment worn on the lower half of the body that covers each leg separately, usually above the knees.
"He wore a pair of blue shorts to the beach."
a single attempt to hit something, usually with a weapon or a ball
"He took a shot at the goal."
used to indicate obligation or duty
"You should study for your exams."
the upper joint of the human arm and the part of the body to which it is attached
"He hurt his shoulder while lifting weights."
to say something very loudly
"He shouted at the top of his lungs to get their attention."
to push someone or something roughly
"He shoved the box into the corner."
a tool with a broad flat blade and long handle used for digging and moving earth, snow, or other materials
"He grabbed a shovel to clear the snow from the driveway."
To display or allow someone to see something.
"He will show us the way to the station."
to tear or cut something into small pieces
"She shredded the old documents before throwing them away."
a small mouse-like animal; also a woman with a bad temper
"The play describes a strong-willed woman as a shrew."
having sharp judgment and practical intelligence
"She made a shrewd investment in real estate."
to make a loud, high-pitched cry
"She shrieked when she saw the spider."
High-pitched and piercing in sound.
"The shrill whistle startled everyone in the room."
a small marine crustacean that is often used as food.
"We ordered grilled shrimp for dinner."
A place regarded as holy, often associated with a saint or deity.
"Thousands of pilgrims visit the shrine each year."
to become smaller in size, amount, or value.
"The sweater may shrink after washing."
The process of becoming smaller in size, amount, or value.
"The company reported a shrinkage in profits this quarter."
To become dry, wrinkled, and smaller due to lack of moisture.
"The flowers shriveled under the hot sun."
to cover or hide; to wrap in cloth
"The mountain peak was shrouded in mist."
To raise and lower the shoulders to express uncertainty or indifference.
"He shrugged when asked about the missing file."
To remove the outer covering, such as the husk of corn or shell of shellfish.
"She learned how to shuck oysters quickly."
to tremble or shake suddenly, often due to fear, cold, or strong emotion
"She shuddered at the thought of walking alone in the dark forest."
to deliberately avoid or stay away from someone or something
"He was shunned by his colleagues after the scandal."
to move or turn aside; to push or divert from one track to another
"The train was shunted onto a different track."
to close something, especially a door or window
"Please shut the door before you leave."
a vehicle or craft that travels regularly between two places.
"The airport shuttle runs every 30 minutes."
Being reserved or nervous around other people.
"The child was too shy to speak in class."
a person, especially a lawyer, who uses unscrupulous or dishonest methods
"The businessman was exposed as a shyster who cheated clients."
A hissing or hushing sound, especially in speech with 's' or 'sh'.
"The poet used sibilance to create a soft, hissing effect in the verse."
Making or characterized by a hissing sound.
"The word 'snake' starts with a sibilant sound."
To pronounce with a hissing sound.
"The actor sibilated his lines for dramatic effect."
A brother or sister.
"She has three siblings, two brothers and one sister."
Each of two or more children or offspring having one or both parents in common.
"Siblings are usually placed on the same level in a family tree."
Prophetic, mysterious, or cryptic in meaning.
"The old woman gave a sibylline warning about the future."
feeling unwell or suffering from illness
"She stayed home because she was feeling sick."
a tool with a curved metal blade and short handle used for cutting grain crops
"The farmer harvested wheat using a traditional sickle."
weak and unhealthy; prone to illness; appearing weak or pale
"The sickly child needed extra care and attention."
the state of being ill; a disease or illness
"She took time off work due to sickness."
a position to the left or right of something
"The store is on the side of the road."
An activity done in addition to one's main job or area of work.
"The sideline discussions led to mutual understanding."
Informal or secondary conversations that occur outside the main agenda of a formal meeting.
"Sideline discussions often lead to agreements."
Directed to the side; indirect, furtive, or not straightforward.
"She gave him a sidelong glance across the room."
to cut or strike with a sharp object
"The cat slashed at the intruder with its claws."
To hit someone or something with the palm of the hand.
"He slapped the table in anger."
done too quickly and carelessly; hasty and careless
"The report was written in a slapdash manner, full of errors."
A particular point of view; to slope or lean in a particular direction.
"The article had a political slant."
a fine-grained rock used for roofing or writing; to schedule or designate for a task
"The meeting is slated for next Monday."
a woman who is untidy or slovenly in appearance or habits
"The house looked as if a slattern lived there."
