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- groin 2a
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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Nour Rahal, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Clark, who hasn’t played a game since July 15 because of a groin injury that ended her season, was dragged into the spotlight because of derogatory remarks made about her by WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Marte, who underwent double groin surgery ahead of the 2024 season and has since dealt with recurring knee issues, was pleased with his production.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His photo stopped just above his groin area to reveal deep, V-cut definitions below his abs.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
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Noun
If someone is forced to fight an attacker, the officer said the most effective targets are the eyes, throat and groin.
—Nour Rahal, Freep.com, 4 Oct. 2025
Clark, who hasn’t played a game since July 15 because of a groin injury that ended her season, was dragged into the spotlight because of derogatory remarks made about her by WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert.
—MSNBC Newsweek, 3 Oct. 2025
Marte, who underwent double groin surgery ahead of the 2024 season and has since dealt with recurring knee issues, was pleased with his production.
—Will Sammon, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
His photo stopped just above his groin area to reveal deep, V-cut definitions below his abs.
—Angel Saunders, PEOPLE, 1 Oct. 2025
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“Groin.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/groin. Accessed 9 Oct. 2025.
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groin
1 of 2 noun1
: the junction of the lower abdomen and the inner part of the thigh or the part of the body around this junction
2
: the curved line or rib on a ceiling along which two vaults meet
groin
2 of 2 verb
: to build or equip with groins
Medical Definition
groin
noun
: 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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