What does GROIN mean?

Groin Parts of Speech

Noun

Definitions

1. The area of the body where the legs meet the torso; the inguinal region.
2. A curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults.
3. A piece of armor that protects the groin.

Pronunciations

• US: /ɡrɔɪn/
• UK: /ɡrɔɪn/

Origin and Usage

The word "groin" comes from the Old French word "groigne," meaning "snout" or "muzzle." It was originally used to refer to the snout or muzzle of an animal, but later came to refer to the area of the body where the legs meet the torso. The term is commonly used in anatomy, medicine, and sports.

Synonyms

• inguinal region
• crotch

Related Words

• grain
• going
• groom
• grown
• grout

Example Sentences

• He felt a sharp pain in his groin after running for an hour.
• The groin vaults in the cathedral were beautifully decorated.
• The knight wore a suit of armor that included a groin plate.