Definition

A piece of clothing worn around the hips, often made of cloth, that covers the lower part of the body.

Example

In some cultures, men wear a breechclout as traditional attire.

Conversation

Did you see that movie where the character wore a breechclout?

Yeah, it was so interesting to see how they portrayed that culture.

I didn't realize how practical a breechclout could be in hot weather.

Definitely! It makes sense to wear something light and breathable.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Breechclout is formed from "breech" (from Old English "brēċ", meaning the buttocks or hindquarters) and "clout" (from Old English "clūte", meaning a cloth or rag). The word refers to a piece of cloth worn around the hips, covering the buttocks.

Memory Tip

Think of 'breech' referring to the 'buttocks' and 'clout' meaning 'cloth' — together, they help you remember that a breechclout is a cloth worn around the hips.

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