Loincloth

Pronunciation

• Hyphenation: loin + cloth

Full definition of loincloth

Noun

1. A garment that covers the loins (crotch).
• 1927, F. E. Penny, Pulling the Strings Chapter 4, The case was that of a murder. It had an element of mystery about it, however, which was puzzling the authorities. A turban and loincloth soaked in blood had been found; also a staff.