Groin guard
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[[File:Coquille boxe pied-poing.jpg|thumb|right|[[Jockstrap]] containing groin guard]] | [[File:Coquille boxe pied-poing.jpg|thumb|right|[[Jockstrap]] containing groin guard]] | ||
| − | A '''groin guard''' is a hard cover placed over the male [[genitals]] to protect them, especially when playing sports such as cricket or boxing. It is also known as a '''groin box''', '''groin cup''' or ''groin protector''. It is also sometimes called a [[groin pad]], but strictly speaking that is something different. | + | A '''groin guard''' is a hard cover placed over the male [[genitals]] to protect them, especially when playing sports such as cricket or boxing. It is also known as a '''groin box''', '''groin cup''' or '''groin protector'''. It is also sometimes called a [[groin pad]], but strictly speaking that is something different. |
| − | The guard should be worn in a garment, such as a [[jockstrap]], specifically designed to accommodate it. It should fit tightly against the body. | + | The guard should be worn in a garment, such as a [[jockstrap]], specifically designed to accommodate it. It should fit tightly against the body or it may shift when hit, hurting the genitals. |
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Latest revision as of 12:15, 3 December 2024
A groin guard is a hard cover placed over the male genitals to protect them, especially when playing sports such as cricket or boxing. It is also known as a groin box, groin cup or groin protector. It is also sometimes called a groin pad, but strictly speaking that is something different.
The guard should be worn in a garment, such as a jockstrap, specifically designed to accommodate it. It should fit tightly against the body or it may shift when hit, hurting the genitals.
