cramp
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B2
/kræmp/
restricted space
Etymology
Etymology Information
'cramp' originates from Middle English, specifically the word 'crampe,' which came from Old French 'crampe,' meaning 'spasm or contraction.'
Historical Evolution
'crampe' transformed into the modern English word 'cramp' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'spasm or contraction,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a painful, involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscles, typically caused by fatigue or strain.
After running, she experienced a cramp in her calf.
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Verb 1
to restrict or inhibit the development or progress of something.
The tight schedule cramped their ability to explore the city.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45