jockstrap

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun

An athletic supporter worn by men and boys to support the genitals during strenuous exercise.

/ˈd͡ʒɑkstɹæp/ /ˈd͡ʒɒkstɹæp/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-jockstrap.wav

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Compound of (dated slang) jock (“penis”) + strap; from the earlier forms bike jockey strap and jockey strap.

groin guard supporter athletic supporter

jockey shorts jockstrappery jock

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