膀
shoulder; bird's wing
Meanings
2 senses · 10 examplesnoun
shoulder
Standard written and spoken term for human shoulder
He has broad shoulders and a strong waist, he looks like someone who practices martial arts.
He put his hand on my shoulder and walked with me.
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When carrying heavy loads, the shoulders bear a lot of pressure.
The personal trainer told us to exercise our back and shoulder muscles more.
He carried a canvas bag full of books over his shoulder.
noun
bird's wing
informalUsed in colloquial speech, often in the diminutive form 膀儿
This sparrow's wing is injured and cannot fly.
Mom stewed pigeon wings for me to build up my health.
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The eagle flapped its wings and flew into the sky.
Kids like to poke bird nests with tree branches, scaring the birds into flapping their wings and flying away.
The grilled chicken wings at the barbecue stall sell especially well.