Word
crotch
US/ˈkɹɑtʃ/
UK/kɹˈɒtʃ/
Countable noun
Definition
n. the part of the body where the legs join together. It also refers to the same area on a pair of trousers.
n. the region of the human body where the legs fork from the trunk, or the corresponding part of a garment. Often used in casual or anatomical contexts; can be perceived as blunt or mildly vulgar depending on the setting.
Examples
“The trousers are too tight in the crotch.”
“He spilled coffee right in his crotch just minutes before the interview started.”
“The tailor noted that the trousers required extra reinforcement at the crotch to prevent the fabric from wearing thin during daily use.”
Examples
simple
“The trousers are too tight in the crotch.”
contextual
“He spilled coffee right in his crotch just minutes before the interview started.”
complex
“The tailor noted that the trousers required extra reinforcement at the crotch to prevent the fabric from wearing thin during daily use.”
Usage
Commonly used to refer to both the anatomical area and the structural part of clothing.
Real-World Examples
“The elasticated waist and diamond-shaped crotch gusset make them super comfortable, with plenty of room to move freely.” Etymology
Of disputed origin; two possibilities seem likely: * From Middle English croche, variant of crucche (“crutch”); compare crook. * From Middle English croche, variant of crouche (“cross, crozier”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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