Meaning of hammy | Babel Free

Definitions

1. A diminutive of the male given name Hamilton.
2. The hamstring.
   Australia, New-Zealand, US, slang
3. A hamster.
   childish, informal
4. A hamstring injury.
   Australia, New-Zealand, US, slang

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Examples

“He put⟳ his palms flat on the ground, then grabbed the back of his knees, stretching his hammies for the millionth time that morning.”

““A move⟳ like⟳ this would have⟳ been inpossible for me before yoga,” he said. “Flexibilty-wise, I was struggling. My hammies were tight, my groin was tight. My hips have⟳ really benefited.””

“I've noticed that although cycling keeps me reasonably "cardio fit", I am losing general flexibility, e.g. when touching my toes. This is despite me stretching my quads, calves, and hammies during and after my training rides.”

“2004, J. L. Roberts, Braggin' Rights: Fantasy Football Rewind 2004 (2003 Season Recap), AuthorHouse USA, page 83, A slow start⟳ and hammy injury were major contributors.”

“A: I′m only just getting fully fit now after that hammy [hamstring tear⟳].”

“Why he went back on after 3/4 time is beyond me. If he was trying to prove⟳ a point⟳ he has all season to do that not do your hammy in the first game.”

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