noun🔗ShareOne of the great tendons situated in each side of the ham, or space back of the knee, and connected with the muscles of the back of the thigh."After the long hike, she could feel the ache in her hamstrings. "anatomyphysiologybodymedicineorganChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
noun🔗ShareThe biceps femoris, semimembranosus, and semitendinosus muscles."The physical therapist focused on strengthening the athlete's hamstrings to prevent future knee injuries. "anatomybodyphysiologyChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo lame or disable by cutting the tendons of the ham or knee; to hough."The unexpected expense of car repairs completely hamstrings our ability to save money this month. "medicinephysiologyanatomybodyactionsportwaranimalweaponChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading
verb🔗ShareTo cripple; to incapacitate; to disable."The unexpected budget cuts completely hamstrung the school's ability to offer extracurricular activities. "medicinebodyphysiologyanatomyactionabilityChat with AIVocabulary GamePractice Reading