Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ham
noun
/ham/
Definition
Ham refers to the hind leg of a pig that has been preserved by salting or smoking.
Examples
- She served a delicious honey-glazed ham for dinner.
- The actor was such a ham, always trying to steal the spotlight.
Meaning
It can also mean someone who overacts or tries too hard to draw attention to themselves, particularly in acting.
Synonyms
- pork
- bacon
- prosciutto
