凝る — meaning in English

English meaning

• devote verb To give one's time, energy, or resources entirely to a particular purpose or person.
• stiff adjective Rigid; not easily bent or moved.

Senses

凝る is used for these senses in English:

• stiff (of, _, muscles or parts of the body) Painful or more rigid than usual as a result of excessive or unaccustomed exercise.

stiff — full definition

1. adjective Rigid; not easily bent or moved.
2. adjective Formal or awkward in manner; not relaxed.
3. adjective Severe or harsh, especially describing a penalty, competition, or drink.
4. verb Informal: to fail to pay someone what they're owed, especially a tip or bill.
5. noun Slang: a dead body.

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