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haunch

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haunch
1. the human hip or fleshy hindquarter of an animal, esp a horse or similar quadruped
2. Architect the part of an arch between the impost and the apex


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`And when Oedipus noticed the haunch (1) he threw it on the ground and said: "Oh
From all of her year she may claim One haunch of each kill for her litter, and none may deny her the same.
"Come in," said one of them, ironically, "and partake of your favourite dish, a haunch of mutton.
 
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