Thigh: meaning, definitions and examples
๐ฆต
thigh
[ ฮธaษช ]
anatomy part
The thigh is the part of the leg that is situated between the hip and the knee. It is made up of the femur (the thigh bone) and surrounding muscles, including the quadriceps and hamstrings. The thigh is one of the largest and strongest parts of the human body, crucial for walking, running, and other forms of movement. Its size and strength make it essential for supporting weight and enabling a range of physical activities.
Synonyms
femur area, thighbone, upper leg
Examples of usage
- She injured her thigh during the marathon.
- The athlete has powerful thighs that help him sprint.
- He felt soreness in his thighs after leg day at the gym.
Translations
Translations of the word "thigh" in other languages:
๐ต๐น coxa
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเคพเคเค
๐ฉ๐ช Oberschenkel
๐ฎ๐ฉ paha
๐บ๐ฆ ััะตะณะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ udo
๐ฏ๐ต ๅคชใใ
๐ซ๐ท cuisse
๐ช๐ธ muslo
๐น๐ท uyluk
๐ฐ๐ท ํ๋ฒ ์ง
๐ธ๐ฆ ูุฎุฐ
๐จ๐ฟ stehno
๐ธ๐ฐ stehnรก
๐จ๐ณ ๅคง่ ฟ
๐ธ๐ฎ stegno
๐ฎ๐ธ lรฆri
๐ฐ๐ฟ ัะฐะฝ
๐ฌ๐ช แแแซแ
๐ฆ๐ฟ diz
๐ฒ๐ฝ muslo
Etymology
The word 'thigh' originates from Old English 'รพeoh', which is related to similar words in other Germanic languages. The term has roots that trace back to the Proto-Indo-European word 'dสฐeiฬฏgสฐ', which means to set in motion or to run. Over time, 'thigh' evolved in its spelling and pronunciation throughout various stages of the English language. The connection to movement is fitting, as the thigh plays a critical role in mobility and physical activity. The term has been consistently used to refer to this specific part of the human body, maintaining its relevance in anatomy, sports, and medicine.
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