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Most of us wear them every day, but have you ever stopped to wonder what that little pouch or ‘pocket’ in the crotch of your underwear is, and what purpose it serves?
Sadly, no – it’s not a weird place to store your valuables. It’s not for decoration, or a design feature that offers extra protection from an accidental crotch flash, either. According to The List, it’s actually called a ‘gusset’ and it exists in your knickers for the sole purpose of protecting your genitals.