Meaning of the word "charley horse" in English
What does "charley horse" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
charley horse
US /ˈtʃɑːr.li ˌhɔːrs/
UK /ˈtʃɑː.li ˌhɔːs/
Noun
a painful cramp in a muscle, especially in the thigh or calf, typically caused by strain or injury
Example:
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After the long run, he got a severe charley horse in his calf.
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The soccer player had to leave the game due to a painful charley horse.
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