jockstrap
4 synonyms for jockstrap, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A supportive undergarment worn by men during sports to protect the genitals.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
suspensor
athletic supporter
Etymology
A compound of jock (slang for "penis") and strap, from earlier forms like "jockey strap."
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