1. (v. t.) To draw up or contract (the shoulders), especially by way of expressing dislike, dread, doubt, or the like.

2. (v. i.) To raise or draw up the shoulders, as in expressing dislike, dread, doubt, or the like.

3. (n.) A drawing up of the shoulders, -- a motion usually expressing dislike, dread, or doubt.

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