crotch
UK: krɒtʃ | US: krɑːtʃ
n. the part of the human body where the legs join at the top, including the genital area
n. a forked region or part of an object (e.g., a tree branch or pants)
The word "crotch" originated in the late 16th century, derived from the Old French croche (hook) or croc (hook, bend), which itself traces back to Old Norse krókr (hook). The term evolved to describe the forked shape of the human body or objects like tree branches, emphasizing the angular or bifurcated structure. Unlike many English words, "crotch" resists further morphemic division due to its compact Germanic-rooted history.
He accidentally kicked the ball into his crotch.
The tree split into two main branches at the crotch.
She adjusted the pants' crotch for a better fit.
The hiker slipped and straddled a sharp crotch in the log.
The tailor reinforced the crotch seam for durability.