shoulderless
|shoul-der-less|
B2
🇺🇸
/ˈʃoʊldərləs/
🇬🇧
/ˈʃəʊldələs/
without shoulders
Etymology
Etymology Information
'shoulderless' originates from the English word 'shoulder' combined with the suffix '-less,' where 'shoulder' refers to the part of the body and '-less' means 'without.'
Historical Evolution
'shoulder' changed from Old English word 'sculdor' and eventually became the modern English word 'shoulder.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'without shoulders,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
lacking shoulders or a shoulder seam, often used to describe clothing that does not cover the shoulders.
She wore a beautiful shoulderless dress to the party.
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Last updated: 2025/06/21 21:03