noun
Uncommon
cramps
kramps
Cramps (noun) means Sudden, painful muscle spasms, especially in the abdomen or legs. Example: “He doubled over with stomach cramps after the spicy meal.”
noun
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Sudden, painful muscle spasms, especially in the abdomen or legs.
"He doubled over with stomach cramps after the spicy meal."
How to use cramps
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishPainful muscle contractions, often used for period pain or a stitch in the leg.
Common pairings
menstrual cramps
stomach cramps
leg cramps
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What does “cramps” mean?
The word “cramps” means sudden, painful muscle spasms, especially in the abdomen or legs. In plain terms, painful muscle contractions, often used for period pain or a stitch in the leg.
How do you pronounce “cramps”?
“Cramps” is pronounced kramps (/kɹæmps/ in IPA).
How do you use “cramps” in a sentence?
Here is “cramps” used in a sentence: “He doubled over with stomach cramps after the spicy meal.”
What part of speech is “cramps”?
“Cramps” is a noun.
Is “cramps” a common word?
“Cramps” is an uncommon word in modern English.
