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hamstring
[ ham-string ]
noun
- (in humans and other primates) any of the tendons that bound the ham of the knee.
- (in quadrupeds) the great tendon at the back of the hock.
verb (used with object)
- to disable by cutting the hamstring or hamstrings.
Synonyms: , , ,
- to render powerless or useless; thwart:
Their efforts were hamstrung by stubborn pride.
hamstring
/ ˈæˌٰɪŋ /
noun
- anatomy any of the tendons at the back of the knee popliteal
- the large tendon at the back of the hock in the hind leg of a horse, etc
verb
- to cripple by cutting the hamstring of
- to ruin or thwart
hamstring
- A powerful group of muscles at the back of the thigh that arise in the hip and pelvis and insert as strong tendons behind the knee. The hamstring bends the knee and helps to straighten the hip.
Word History and Origins
Origin of hamstring1
Word History and Origins
Origin of hamstring1
Example Sentences
Sing got in touch with Mitchell to find out Kildunne had a minor hamstring injury, so she would be starting the Grand Slam decider.
The worry for Everton is it looks like James Tarkowski is out for the season with the hamstring injury he sustained against Manchester City.
"Kildunne could actually play but her hamstring is something we want to get right," England head coach John Mitchell said.
They also lead the league in hamstring injuries, an injury associated with players being overworked.
The Red Devils will be without Joshua Zirzkee for the remainder of the season after the Dutchman sustained a hamstring injury against Newcastle.
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