jockstraps
Groin protection garments
Jockstraps are supportive undergarments worn by men during athletic activity, consisting of an elastic waistband, a pouch for the genitals, and two straps that pass around the buttocks leaving them exposed.
The design provides support and protection while allowing freedom of movement.
Outside sports contexts, jockstraps have become associated with masculine athleticism and appear in discussions of locker room culture or as objects of erotic interest.
Small drinking container
- supporterOne who backs another
- groinHip-thigh junction
- protectionGuarding against harm
- sportsCompetitive physical activities
athletics · football · baseball · hockey · lacrosse · cricket · wrestling · boxing
Clothing worn beneath
- briefsSnug lower undergarments
- strapNarrow flexible binding material
- pouchSmall flexible bag
- waistbandGarment's upper rim
elastic · fabric · cotton · mesh · compression · fitted · snug · support
Small drinking container
- guardWatchful defensive attention
- paddingMaterial for cushioning
- shieldHandheld defensive armor
- impactForceful contact or consequence
safety · hard shell · insert · cushioning · shock absorption · reinforcement · armor · injury prevention
Male gender characteristics
- machismoExcessive masculine pride
- locker roomShared space for dressing
- hazingAbusive initiation practices
- prankPlayful trick on someone
wedgie · stereotype · coming-of-age · high school · college · initiation · bravado · male bonding
Permits air passage
- moisture-wickingDraws liquid from skin
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- flexibleAble to bend freely
- stretchableCapable of being extended
ergonomic · supportive · snug · adjustable · soft · cushioned · ventilated · contoured
cup
Small drinking container
- supporterOne who backs another
- groinHip-thigh junction
- protectionGuarding against harm
sports · athletics · football · baseball · hockey · lacrosse · cricket · wrestling · boxing · rugby
underwear
Clothing worn beneath
waistband · elastic · fabric · cotton · mesh · compression · fitted · snug · support · undergarment
cup
Small drinking container
impact · safety · hard shell · insert · cushioning · shock absorption · reinforcement · armor · injury prevention
masculinity
Male gender characteristics
- machismoExcessive masculine pride
- locker roomShared space for dressing
- hazingAbusive initiation practices
prank · wedgie · stereotype · coming-of-age · high school · college · initiation · bravado · male bonding · sports culture
breathable
Permits air passage
- moisture-wickingDraws liquid from skin
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
- flexibleAble to bend freely
stretchable · ergonomic · supportive · snug · adjustable · soft · cushioned · ventilated · contoured · freedom of movement
- locker roomslockers, benches, wooden benches, showers, towels
jockstrapscompression shorts
Tight athletic undergarment
commando · freeballing · boxer briefs · long underwear · granny panties