haunch
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/hɑːntʃ/
English
Definitions
noun
- The area encompassing the upper thigh, hip and buttocks on one side of a human, primate, or quadruped animal, especially one that can sit on its hindquarters.
- The loin and leg of a quadruped, especially when used as food.
- A squat vertical support structure.
- A jerked underhand throw.
verb
- To provide with a haunch or supporting structure.
- To throw with an underhand movement.
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Synonyms
mortisetenonhanchhindquarterhaunch-bonehunkershenchhucklehindlimbheelhip diphind limbhaunch holderhockgambrelhunch