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nether region

/ˈnɛðər ˈriːdʒən/

Traduction: Terme euphémistique désignant la partie inférieure du corps, en particulier la région génitale ou pelvienne, ou plus largement le monde souterrain ou le royaume inférieur.

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/ˈnɛðər ˈriːdʒən/C1formal
  • frTerme euphémistique désignant la partie inférieure du corps, en particulier la région génitale ou pelvienne, ou plus largement le monde souterrain ou le royaume inférieur.

A euphemistic term referring to the lower part of the body, specifically the genital or pelvic area, or more broadly to an underworld or lower realm.

  1. Lower part of the bodyB2informal

    A polite or euphemistic term for the genital area or buttocks.

    frparties intimes

    • He felt a sharp pain in his nether region after the fall.
    • The doctor examined the patient's nether region for injuries.
    • She discreetly adjusted her clothing around her nether region.
  2. Underworld or hellC1formal

    A literary or mythological term for the underworld or the realm of the dead.

    frl'au-delà, les enfers

    • In ancient myths, heroes often journeyed to the nether region.
    • The poet described the nether region as a place of eternal darkness.
    • Legends speak of a gate to the nether region guarded by a fierce beast.