Groin: meaning, definitions and examples

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groin

 

[ ษกrษ”ษชn ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

anatomy area

The groin refers to the area where the abdomen meets the thighs, which includes the inguinal region. It is a significant anatomical landmark and contains various structures such as muscles, ligaments, and blood vessels. The groin is critical in human movement and is subject to injuries, especially in athletic activities. Medical conditions affecting the groin area can include strains, hernias, and infections.

Synonyms

inguinal region, thigh area.

Examples of usage

  • He felt a sharp pain in his groin while running.
  • The doctor examined the groin for any signs of injury.
  • She stretched her groin muscles before the workout.

Translations

Translations of the word "groin" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น ingle

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เค•เคฎเคฐ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Leiste

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ selangkangan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฟะฐั…

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ pachwina

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ผ ๅพ„้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท aine

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ ingle

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kasฤฑk

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์„œํ˜œ๋ถ€

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูุฎุฐ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tล™รญslo

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ trieslo

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ่…น่‚กๆฒŸ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ dimelj

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ lรฆri

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะตะป-ะฑะตะป

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒœแƒ”แƒ™แƒœแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ bikini

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ ingle

Etymology

The word 'groin' comes from the Old English word 'grynd', which means 'to grow' or 'to develop'. The term evolved through Middle English with the influence of the Old Norse word 'grein', referring to a branch or division, which metaphorically relates to the dividing line of the body where the legs meet the torso. Historically, the groin region has been associated with both physical activity and injury, as it plays a pivotal role in movements like running and jumping. Over time, the term has become widely used in medical, anatomical, and athletic contexts. The understanding and the terminology surrounding the groin have developed, especially in the realms of sports medicine and physiology, emphasizing its importance in human health and fitness.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,122, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.