Codpiece

usgb/ˈkɑːdpiːs/
noun

A piece of clothing worn in the 15th and 16th centuries over the front part of men's trousers to protect or cover their private parts.

The knight wore a codpiece as part of his suit of armor.
Visual representation of "codpiece" - A piece of clothing worn in the 15th and 16th centuries over the front part of men's trousers to protect or cover their private parts.

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  • wear a codpiece
  • ornate codpiece

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Historical

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Historical Garment

A codpiece is an old-fashioned item, not used in modern clothing, related to history or costumes.

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At the medieval fair, actors dressed in period costumes, complete with codpieces.
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Masculine Fashion

Codpieces were specifically for men and reflected masculine fashion trends of the past.

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Codpieces became prominent as a symbol of masculinity in Renaissance fashion.
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Protective Purpose

Originally, codpieces served a protective function before evolving into fashion statements.

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Knights' armor included a codpiece for crucial protection in battle.
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