crotch

Definition

The ventral area (very bottom) of the human body between where the legs fork from the torso, in the area of the genitals and anus.

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”).

Example Sentences

• "Every mile they rode their crotches felt worse saddlepain."
• "We were turned at a slight angle to each other, our shoulders touching and I put my hand on his crotch. Miles seemed to be expecting it. He chuckled, took a pair of compasses and jammed them into the door above the latch. This was called ‘sporting the oak’ and was the recognized way of locking oneself in. Over the next eighteen months we sported our oaks with great frequency."
• "He cringed at being kicked in the crotch."