Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
groin
noun
/ɡrɔɪn/
Definition
The area where your legs meet your body, usually referring to the part of the body between the abdomen and the thighs.
Examples
- He felt a sharp pain in his groin after the intense workout.
- The athlete stretched his groin before the game.
- Injuries in the groin can take time to heal properly.
Meaning
In anatomy, the groin is the region on the lower part of the abdomen. It is often associated with the muscles and skin connecting the lower limbs to the trunk of the body.
Synonyms
- inguinal region
- crotch
- thigh
