groining

[ groi-ning ]
/ ˈgrɔɪ nɪŋ /

noun

the intersection of two vaults.
the construction of groined vaults.

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Origin of groining

First recorded in 1645–55

Words nearby groining

groggery, groggy, grogram, grogshop, groin, groining, grok, grolier, grolier de servières, groma, grommet

Definition for groining (2 of 2)

groin
[ groin ]
/ grɔɪn /

noun

Anatomy. the fold or hollow on either side of the front of the body where the thigh joins the abdomen.
the general region of this fold or hollow.
Architecture. the curved line or edge formed by the intersection of two vaults.
Also groyne. a small jetty extending from a shore to prevent beach erosion.

verb (used with object)

Architecture. to form with groins.

Origin of groin

1350–1400; earlier grine, Middle English grinde; compare Old English grynde abyss, akin to grund bottom, ground1

OTHER WORDS FROM groin

un·groined, adjective
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British Dictionary definitions for groining

groin
/ (ɡrɔɪn) /

noun

the depression or fold where the legs join the abdomenRelated adjective: inguinal
euphemistic the genitals, esp the testicles
a variant spelling (esp US) of groyne
architect a curved arris formed where two intersecting vaults meet

verb

(tr) architect to provide or construct with groins

Word Origin for groin

C15: perhaps from English grynde abyss; related to ground 1
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Medical definitions for groining

groin
[ groin ]

n.

The crease or hollow at the junction of the inner part of each thigh with the trunk, together with the adjacent region and often including the external genitals.
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