Definition of "hammy" in Englisch

adjective

1. Resembling or characteristic of ham.

2. Amateurish; characterized by overacting.

noun

1. (US, Australia, New Zealand, chiefly sports, slang) The hamstring.

   • 2004, J. L. Roberts, Braggin' Rights: Fantasy Football Rewind 2004 (2003 Season Recap), AuthorHouse USA, page 83, A slow start and hammy injury were major contributors.

2. (US, Australia, New Zealand, chiefly sports, slang) A hamstring injury.

noun

1. (informal, childish) A hamster.