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Meaning of haunch

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

haunch

Pronunciation:/hɑːntʃ//hɒntʃ//hɑntʃ/

noun

Definitions

  1. 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.

  2. The loin and leg of a quadruped, especially when used as food.

  3. A squat vertical support structure.

  4. A jerked underhand throw.

verb

Definitions

  1. To provide with a haunch or supporting structure.

  2. To throw with an underhand movement.