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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

  1. noun The joint and surrounding area where the arm meets the torso.
  2. noun The strip of land bordering a road, used for emergency stops.
  3. verb To take on responsibility or a burden.
  4. verb To push with the shoulder.

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