Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
crick
noun
/krɪk/
Definition
A painful stiffness in the neck or back.
Examples
- After sitting at my desk for too long, I woke up with a crick in my neck.
- He got a crick in his back while lifting the heavy box.
Meaning
A crick refers to a sudden, sharp pain or stiffness in the muscles, particularly in areas like the neck or back. It can occur due to awkward sleeping positions or sudden movements.
Synonyms
- stiffness
- pain
- ache
