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Definition of loincloth

loincloth

/ˈlɔɪn.klɔːθ/
loin · cloth
Plural:loincloths
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• noun

1

A single piece of cloth wrapped around the hips and groin, worn as a basic garment, especially in hot climates or traditional societies.

Example

"The indigenous hunter navigated the dense jungle wearing only a simple loincloth made of woven plant fibers."

2

A simple garment worn around the pelvic region, frequently depicted in ancient art as the primary attire for laborers, athletes, or warriors.

Example

"Ancient Egyptian tomb paintings frequently depict agricultural workers dressed in plain white linen loincloths."

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• Nearby Words

logrunner
lohit
loin
loincloth
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loire
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Word Origin & Etymology

A compound of 'loin' and 'cloth', first recorded in English in the mid-19th century to describe the basic pelvic garments worn by peoples in various traditional and ancient cultures.

Usage Trend

Historical frequency of usage in published text.

180019102020
Data source: Google Books Ngram Viewer

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Loincloth. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/loincloth
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