Attempt to show indifference when shown shortish fringe on wig? (5)
I believe the answer is:
shrug
'attempt to show indifference when' is the definition.
I can't tell whether this definition defines the answer.
'shortish fringe on wig?' is the wordplay.
'fringe' says to hollow out the word (remove centre letters) (only the letters on the fringe).
'on' says to put letters next to each other.
'wig?' becomes 'rug' (rug is a slang term for a wig).
'shortish' with its middle removed is 'sh'.
'sh'+'rug'='SHRUG'
'shown' acts as a link.
Can you help me to learn more?
(Other definitions for shrug that I've seen before include "Expressive movement of shoulders" , "Gesture of indifference or ignorance" , "Shoulder gesture" , "Body language indicating indifference or resignation" , "Gesture expressing unconcern" .)