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- pronunciation:
- kraemp
- parts of speech:
- noun, verb
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun, verb), Word Explorer
| part of speech: |
noun |
| definition 1: |
(sometimes plural) a sharp pain in a muscle that suddenly becomes tight.
The cramp in his hand was so bad that he could barely let go of the pen.Leg cramps kept her from finishing the race.- similar words:
- kink
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| definition 2: |
(usually plural) strong pains in the abdomen.
He was sick with cramps. |
| related words: |
pang, twinge |
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| part of speech: |
verb |
| inflections: |
cramps, cramping, cramped |
| definition: |
to tighten suddenly and cause pain.
As he was running, his calf muscle cramped. |
| related words: |
contract |
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