LanGeekLanGeek Dictionary

hamstring

British pronunciation/hˈæmstɹɪŋ/
American pronunciation/ˈhæmˌstɹɪŋ/
Hamstring
[NOUN]
1

(anatomy) one of the five tendons at the back of someone's knee

synonyms : hamstring tendon
Add to leitnerwordlist
Add to your word listwordlist
hamstring definition and meaning

What is "hamstring"?

The hamstring is positioned at the back of the thigh, composed of three muscles: the biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. It plays a vital role in leg movement, allowing for knee flexion and hip extension. This muscle group is actively engaged during activities such as walking, running, and jumping. Moreover, the hamstring provides stability to the knee joint and contributes significantly to leg strength and overall mobility.

to hamstring
[VERB]
MAIN VERB
1

cripple by cutting the hamstring

Add to leitnerwordlist
Add to your word listwordlist
2

make ineffective or powerless

Add to leitnerwordlist
Add to your word listwordlist
Examples
1That means hamstring.
2Introducing: the hamstrings!
3But of course the hamstrings play an important role.
4Stretching out that hamstring.
more
Copyright © 2020 Langeek Inc. | All Rights Reserved | Privacy Policy