Achsel — meaning in English
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English meaning
- shoulder noun The joint and surrounding area where the arm meets the torso.
Senses
Achsel is used for these senses in English:
- pauldron (historical) A component of plate armor that protects the shoulder, generally covering more than a spaulder, also protecting the armpit and overlapping with other armor over the upper chest and back.
- shoulder (anatomy) The joint between the arm and the torso, sometimes including the surrounding muscles, tendons, and ligaments.
shoulder — full definition
- noun The joint and surrounding area where the arm meets the torso.
- noun The strip of land bordering a road, used for emergency stops.
- verb To take on responsibility or a burden.
- verb To push with the shoulder.