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| cramp [ kramp ] |
transitive verb (past and past participle cramped, present participle cramp·ing, 3rd person present singular cramps) |
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1. confine somebody or something: to confine or enclose somebody or something in a small space
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usually passive
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2. hamper somebody or something: to hamper or obstruct somebody or something
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3. hold things together: to fasten, hold, or press objects together with an adjustable clamp
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4. turn wheels sharply: to make the wheels of a vehicle turn sharply
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noun (plural cramps) |
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1. restriction: something that confines, restricts, or restrains, e.g. a set of shackles
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2. confined place: a confined or restricted position or place
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3. device for holding things together: an adjustable clamp for temporarily holding or pressing objects together
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4. bar with bent ends: a metal bar with ends bent at right angles, used in building to hold objects such as bricks or timbers together
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| [14th century. < Middle Dutch krampe] |
