chin
UK: tʃɪn | US: tʃɪn
n. the lower part of the face below the mouth; the front of the lower jaw
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The word "chin" traces back to Old English cin(n), derived from Proto-Germanic kinnuz, meaning "jaw" or "cheek." This term is further linked to Proto-Indo-European ǵénu-, which also gave rise to Latin gena (cheek) and Greek genys (jaw). Over time, the meaning narrowed in English to specifically refer to the lower front part of the jaw. The word’s simplicity reflects its ancient, foundational role in describing human anatomy.
She rested her chin on her hand while thinking.
The boxer took a hard punch to the chin.
He has a small scar under his chin.
The baby giggled when her mother tickled her chin.
He rubbed his chin thoughtfully during the meeting.