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jockstrap

Pronunciation: /ˈd͡ʒɑkstɹæp/

The English word “jockstrap” has 1 meaning listed here.

noun

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

Etymology

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

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