Shoulder
/ˈʃoʊl.dɚ/noun
The joint connecting the arm to the body, including the surrounding muscles and tissues.
Did you know?In ancient times, the shoulder was seen as a bearer of weight and responsibility, often linked to the concept of carrying one's fate.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Germanic
PGmc
skuldra
“The part of the body that supports or carries weight.”
Old English
OE
sculdor
“The joint or part of the body connecting the arm and torso.”
Middle English
ME
sholder
“The part of the body at which the arm connects, often associated with carrying burdens.”
Modern English
English
shoulder
“The anatomical joint and area connecting the arm to the trunk.”