Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

get-cramp

verb
/ɡɛt kræmp/
Definition
To experience muscle contractions that cause pain or discomfort.
Examples
  • I usually get a cramp in my leg after running for a long time.
  • She tried to stretch out her calf, hoping to relieve the cramp.
  • After swimming for an hour, he got a cramp and had to stop.
Meaning
Get-cramp refers to the sudden and involuntary tightening of muscles, often leading to a sharp pain or discomfort.
Synonyms
  • contraction
  • spasm
  • tightness