thigh

noun

ˈthī 

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

thighed

ˈthīd 

adjective

Examples of thigh in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

The bear bit one of Chaput's arms and also left her with injuries to her spine and thighs, Today reported. —Abigail Adams, Peoplemag, 13 Aug. 2024

Speaking of shorts, this has double-lined bottoms with secret pockets stitched into the thighs that are large enough to hold a smartphone. —Amelia McBride, Travel + Leisure, 11 Aug. 2024

The high waist and forgiving low-cut thighs clear C-section incisions and potential swelling, and a wider gusset accommodates postpartum maxi pads. —Cheryl Fenton, Parents, 6 Aug. 2024

Adjustable straps, coverage from tummy to thigh, and silicone at the hem to prevent rolling round out a nice list of features. —Sharon Brandwein, Southern Living, 30 July 2024

Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Old English thēoh; akin to Old High German dioh thigh, Lithuanian taukai, plural, fat

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1a

Phrases Containing thigh

• hip and thigh
• thigh bone
• thigh-slapper

Kids Definition

thigh

noun

ˈthī 

: the part of the leg that extends from the hip to the knee

Medical Definition

thigh

noun

ˈthī 

1

: 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