Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hamstring
noun
/ˈhæm.strɪŋ/
Definition
Hamstring refers to a group of muscles and tendons that run at the back of the thigh, enabling the bending of the knee and movement of the hip.
Examples
- She felt a sharp pain in her hamstring while running.
- The hamstring is an important muscle for athletes.
Meaning
The term ‘hamstring’ can refer to either the muscles themselves or to the injury of these muscles, commonly occurring in sports.
Synonyms
- thigh muscle
- back thigh
