Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
narrow-shouldered
adjective
/ˈnær.oʊ ˈʃoʊl.dəd/
Definition
Having shoulders that are not wide; possessing a slim or slender appearance in the shoulder area.
Examples
- She was narrow-shouldered, giving her a delicate silhouette.
- The model was known for her narrow-shouldered appearance on the runway.
- He often wore jackets that accentuated his narrow-shouldered frame.
Meaning
The term refers to a person whose shoulders are narrower than average, which can imply a certain body type or figure.
Synonyms
- slender-shouldered
- slim-shouldered
- thin-shouldered
