Synonyms for

Thighs

Verb / θaɪz / Another word for thighs — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

The upper part of a person's leg, between the hip and the knee.

Synonyms & similar words

thigh secondjoint legs limbs stems pins gams hams drumsticks thigh-bones haunches quadriceps hamstrings glutes buttocks booty rear backside

Synonyms by register

Formal

femoral region upper leg

Informal

legs

Literary

haunches flanks

Common collocations

  • inner thighs
  • outer thighs
  • thigh muscles
  • thigh bone
  • thigh gap
  • thigh high
  • thigh workout

Word family

noun thigh

Usage note

The word 'thighs' refers specifically to the upper part of the leg. It is not typically used as a general term for the entire leg.

Example sentences

  1. She rubbed her sore thighs after a long hike.
  2. He loves to eat chicken thighs for dinner.
  3. She wore shorts to show off her toned thighs.
  4. The soccer player pulled a muscle in his thigh during the game.
  5. She wrapped a heating pad around her sore thighs.

Quotes

  • "I'm kind of a leg guy. I love the thighs." - Adam Levine
  • "I have a thing for legs, particularly dancers' legs and thick thighs." - Jenna Dewan
  • "I want to get rid of the flabby bit of my thighs." - Adele

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