Definition of crotch

crotchnoun

háng

/krɒtʃ//krɑːtʃ/

The word "crotch" has a fascinating history! It originates from Old English, where it was spelled "croc" or "crocch". The term referred to the crook or bend of a leg, particularly the joint where the thigh and leg meet. This sense of the word has been retained in modern English. Over time, the term took on a new meaning in the 15th century, specifically referring to the area between the legs, particularly a woman's genital area. This usage is thought to have arisen from the Old English phrase "wamcroc", which referred to the groin or genital area. Interestingly, the word "crotch" has undergone a semantic shift, from initially referencing a bodily joint to subsequently referring to a more sensitive and private area. Despite this, the original sense of the word remains, demonstrating the dynamic nature of language and its ability to evolve over time.

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the part of the body where the legs join at the top, including the area around the genitals

phần cơ thể nơi hai chân nối nhau ở phía trên, bao gồm cả khu vực xung quanh bộ phận sinh dục

the part of a pair of trousers, etc. that covers the crotch

phần của một chiếc quần, v.v. che kín háng

Example:
  • There's a hole in the crotch.

    Có một cái lỗ ở háng.

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