jockstrap

[ jok-strap ]

noun

1. an elasticized belt, a men's undergarment, with a pouch for supporting and protecting the genitals, worn especially while participating in athletics.

jockstrap

/ ˈdʒɒkˌstræp /

noun

1. an elasticated belt with a pouch worn by men, esp athletes, to support the genitals Also calledathletic support

Word History and Origins

Origin of jockstrap¹

First recorded in 1895–1900; jock “male organ” (variant of jack ¹ “male”; Jock ) + strap

Word History and Origins

Origin of jockstrap¹

C20: from slang jock penis + strap

Example Sentences

The sun was tucked away, but the cheeks were out Sunday at the West Hollywood Pride Parade as go-go dancers in jockstraps and gay cowboys in breezy leather chaps strolled down Santa Monica Boulevard.

From Los Angeles Times

She raised the ante with a controversial Rolling Stone cover in which she wore only a Nike tank top and a jockstrap.

From New York Times

Kristen Stewart recently pulled on a Bike jockstrap for the cover of Rolling Stone, earning barbs from some conservatives.

From Seattle Times

The designs cleverly incorporated leggings, jockstraps resembling codpieces, mystical talismanic pendants, and tear-shaped cutouts on thick knit sweaters that conjured up tales of yore.

From Seattle Times

Specifically, officers said they saw some customers wearing jockstraps, and in one case, a bartender’s exposed nipple, in violation of state regulations for establishments that serve liquor.

From Seattle Times