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What is the pronunciation of "groin" and what does it mean?

groin

noun, verb

How to pronounce groin?

The word groin sounds like groin
/grɔɪn/

What is the definition of groin?

nouna protective structure of stone or concrete; extends from shore into the water to prevent a beach from washing away
nounthe crease at the junction of the inner part of the thigh with the trunk together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals
nouna curved edge formed by two intersecting vaults
verbbuild with groins
Examples
  • The ceiling was groined