Definition

A piece of cloth worn around the waist to cover the lower part of the body, often used as a loincloth.

Example

In some cultures, men wear a breechcloth as traditional clothing.

Conversation

Have you ever seen a breechcloth at a cultural festival?

I have! They look so interesting and unique.

Yeah, I love how they reflect different traditions.

Absolutely! It's amazing how clothing can tell a story.

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Root Explanation

Breechcloth is formed from "breech" (from Old English "brēċ", meaning the buttocks or the back part of the body) and "cloth" (from Old English "clāþ", meaning a piece of fabric). The word refers to a piece of cloth worn around the hips, covering the buttocks.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'breech' referring to the 'buttocks' and 'cloth' as a piece of fabric — together, they describe a cloth that covers the buttocks.

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