groin
(noun)
ɡrɔɪn
Definitions
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The area between the abdomen and the thigh on either side of the body.
A tender juncture, where life's foundation meets the journey's way, delicate yet resilient.Example: He pulled a muscle in his groin while playing soccer.
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A structure built from a shore into a body of water to prevent erosion or to trap sand.
A steadfast arm reaching into the waves, holding the sands of time still, guardian of shores.Example: The groins along the beach help to prevent the sand from washing away.
Origin
Middle English grynde, from Old English grynde, related to grindan 'to grind'.
Synonyms
inguinal region, crotch