Hammy
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Hammy is an adjective meaning Resembling or characteristic of ham.
Meaning
Resembling or characteristic of ham.
More Meanings
- (figurative) Amateurish; characterized by overacting.
- (US, Australia, New Zealand, chiefly sports, slang) The hamstring.
- (US, Australia, New Zealand, chiefly sports, slang) A hamstring injury.
- (informal, childish) A hamster.
Example Sentences
A: I′m only just getting fully fit now after that hammy [hamstring tear].
He put his palms flat on the ground, then grabbed the back of his knees, stretching his hammies for the millionth time that morning.
2004, J. L. Roberts, Braggin' Rights: Fantasy Football Rewind 2004 (2003 Season Recap), AuthorHouse USA, page 83, A slow start and hammy injury were major contributors.
“A move like this would have been inpossible for me before yoga,” he said. “Flexibilty-wise, I was struggling. My hammies were tight, my groin was tight. My hips have really benefited.”
Word Forms
- hammier
- hammiest
- hammies
- hammie
Synonyms for hammy
Depending on context, synonyms include dramatic.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dramatic, hamlike, hamsterlike, hamstery, hammocklike, hammerlike.
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