Breech: meaning, definitions and examples

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breech

 

[ briหtสƒ ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

clothing style

Breech refers to a type of clothing that covers the lower part of the body, typically worn by boys, often made from durable fabric. Originally, breeches were short trousers fastened just below the knee, and were common in the 16th to 19th centuries.

Synonyms

culottes, knickerbockers, trousers.

Examples of usage

  • He wore a pair of stylish breeches to the costume party.
  • Boys in the 18th century often wore breeches made from wool.
  • The old painting shows a nobleman in elaborately decorated breeches.
Context #2 | Noun

equestrian term

In an equestrian context, breech refers to the position of a fetus during childbirth where the buttocks or feet appear first. This position can complicate delivery and often requires special medical intervention.

Synonyms

backside, buttocks, rear end.

Examples of usage

  • The baby was in a breech position, causing concern for the delivery.
  • Doctors decided to perform a cesarean section due to the breech presentation.
  • It's important to monitor fetal position as the due date approaches.

Translations

Translations of the word "breech" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น nalgas

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคจเคฟเคคเค‚เคฌ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hintern

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ bokong

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั–ะดะฝะธั†ั–

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ poล›ladki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅฐป

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท fesses

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ nalgas

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kalรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—‰๋ฉ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุฃุฑุฏุงู

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ hรฝลพdฤ›

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ zadok

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่‡€้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ zadnjica

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ skรถflungur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตะปะดะตัƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒซแƒแƒงแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bud

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ nalgas

Etymology

The term 'breech' comes from Middle English 'brich', which was derived from Old English 'bric' meaning 'trouser' or 'breech'. Historically, breeches were commonly worn by men and boys from the late Middle Ages until the early 19th century, and they were usually made of durable fabrics for practical use. The word has evolved over time, retaining the basic meaning related to lower body garments but also expanding into other areas such as equestrian terminology. The use of the term in relation to childbirth (breech position) originates from the same root but speaks to the position of the body rather than clothing.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,804, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.