Haunch: meaning, definitions and examples

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haunch

 

[ hษ”หnสง ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

body part

The term 'haunch' refers to the hindquarter of an animal, particularly when it is used in the context of butchery. It is the area that encompasses the hip and thigh, and is often a prime cut of meat used in various culinary preparations. In a broader sense, 'haunch' can also refer to the side of something, especially in anatomical or artistic descriptions. It can evoke imagery related to strength, movement, and physicality.

Synonyms

hindquarter, hip, thigh.

Examples of usage

  • The chef prepared a delicious haunch of venison.
  • The horse's haunches were strong and muscular.
  • She placed her hands on her haunches as she crouched down.
  • The sculpture beautifully captured the haunch of the lion.

Translations

Translations of the word "haunch" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น anca

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคพเค‚เค˜

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Hรผfte

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ paha

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัั‚ะตะณะฝะพ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ udziec

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่…ฐ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท hanche

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ cadera

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท kalรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์—‰๋ฉ์ด

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ูุฎุฐ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ kyฤel

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ bedro

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้ซ‹้ƒจ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ kolk

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ mรฆr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐะผะฑะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ แƒซแƒแƒงแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ diz

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ cadera

Etymology

The word 'haunch' originates from Middle English 'hanche', which in turn derives from Old French 'hanche', meaning 'hip'. The roots trace back to the Latin 'anca', which also means 'ankle' or 'joint', indicating its long-standing association with the lower limb and hind part of an animal. Over time, the word evolved to encompass various uses, particularly in the context of describing the meat from the hindquarters of animals. Its culinary significance remains prominent, especially in traditional dishes where robust cuts from the haunch are favored for their flavor and tenderness. The use of 'haunch' in artistic contexts underscores the importance of the hindquarters in depicting strength and form in both nature and human anatomy.

Word Frequency Rank

This word's position of #31,853 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.