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1groin
noun \ˈgrȯin\
: the area of the body where your legs come together
Full Definition of GROIN
1
: the fold or depression marking the juncture of the lower abdomen and the inner part of the thigh; also : the region of this line
2
a : the projecting curved line along which two intersecting vaults meet b : a rib that covers this edge
3
: a rigid structure built out from a shore to protect the shore from erosion, to trap sand, or to direct a current for scouring a channel
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Origin of GROIN
alteration of Middle English grynde, from Old English, abyss; akin to Old English grund ground
First Known Use: circa 1532
Other Anatomy Terms
2groin
verb
Definition of GROIN
transitive verb
: to build or equip with groins
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First Known Use of GROIN
circa 1816
GROIN[1] Defined for Kids
groin
noun \ˈgrȯin\
Definition of GROIN for Kids
: the fold or area where the abdomen joins the thigh
Medical Dictionary
groin
noun \ˈgrȯin\
Medical Definition of GROIN
: the fold or depression marking the juncture of the lower abdomen and the inner part of the thigh; also : the region of this line
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