1
a
: the proximal segment of the vertebrate hind or lower limb extending from the hip to the knee
b
: the segment of the leg immediately distal to the thigh in a bird or in a quadruped in which the true thigh is obscured
c
: the femur of an insect
2
: something resembling or covering a thigh
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For the same reasons, even using whole-body deodorants near the genitals (say, on your inner thigh) can be risky.
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 14 July 2025
Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart, your gaze forward, and your core engaged.
Descend into a squat until your thighs are roughly parallel, then return to standing.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 14 July 2025
These naturally breathable shorts are designed to be your go-to travel bottoms with their four-way stretch, sweat-wicking fabric, and streamlined fit (which is intentional to give the glutes and thighs breathing room).
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Cook, turning twice, until deep golden brown and a thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 165°F, 12 to 15 minutes for thighs and 15 to 18 minutes for breasts.
—Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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Jenna Ryu, SELF, 14 July 2025
Stand with your legs shoulder-width apart, your gaze forward, and your core engaged.
Descend into a squat until your thighs are roughly parallel, then return to standing.
—Jakob Roze, Health, 14 July 2025
These naturally breathable shorts are designed to be your go-to travel bottoms with their four-way stretch, sweat-wicking fabric, and streamlined fit (which is intentional to give the glutes and thighs breathing room).
—Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 13 July 2025
Cook, turning twice, until deep golden brown and a thermometer inserted into thickest portion registers 165°F, 12 to 15 minutes for thighs and 15 to 18 minutes for breasts.
—Jessica B. Harris, Southern Living, 7 July 2025
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“Thigh.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/thigh. Accessed 21 Jul. 2025.
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thigh
noun
: the part of the leg that extends from the hip to the knee
Medical Definition
thigh
noun1
: the proximal segment of the vertebrate hind or lower limb extending from the hip to the knee and supported by a single large bone compare femur sense 1
2
: the segment of the leg immediately distal to the thigh in a bird or in a quadruped in which the true thigh is obscured
3
: the femur of an insect
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