Haunch for Dummies
noun
pronunciation: hɔnʧWhat does Haunch really mean?
Hey there! Today, I'm going to explain to you what the word "haunch" means. So, imagine you're sitting on a chair and your legs are bent at the knee, forming a right angle. Now, the part of your leg that's between your hip and your knee, that's your haunch. It's kind of like the upper leg area, specifically the backside.
But wait, there's more! "Haunch" can also refer to the hind part of an animal, like a dog or a horse. You know how animals have those strong, muscular legs? Well, the area where the leg connects to the body, that's the haunch. It's kind of like the animal's thigh.
Let me give you an analogy to help you understand even better. Imagine you're taking a bite out of a juicy hamburger. The bottom part of the bun is like the hip, the patty is the thigh, and the top part of the bun is the knee. That delicious patty in the middle, that's the haunch!
So, whether it's talking about your own leg or the leg of an animal, "haunch" refers to that upper leg area. It's an easy way to describe the part between the hip and the knee. Next time you see a dog or feel your leg, just think of that word "haunch" and you'll have a clear picture in your mind!
Revised and Fact checked by Jack Taylor on 2023-10-29 08:40:44
Haunch In a sentece
Learn how to use Haunch inside a sentece
- When a dog sits down with its back legs tucked under its body, it rests its weight on its haunches.
- The hunter cautiously aimed his bow and arrow at the deer's haunch, which is the hindquarter of the animal.
- The chef roasted a juicy haunch of lamb for dinner, making it a delicious and tender main course.
- During the yoga class, we stretched our haunches by sitting on the floor with legs relaxed and spread apart.
- The horse kicked its hind haunch to express annoyance and discomfort.
Haunch Hypernyms
Words that are more generic than the original word.
Haunch Holonyms
The larger whole to which this word belongs.