Catatan: Terjemahan untuk entri ini sedang dalam peninjauan kualitas, sehingga sebagian konten untuk sementara hanya ditampilkan dalam bahasa Inggris.
Entri ini belum diterjemahkan ke bahasa Anda, sehingga versi aslinya ditampilkan di bawah.
hamstring
As a noun, the term refers to a specific anatomical structure. It is used primarily in medical, athletic, and fitness contexts to describe the group of muscles and tendons in the posterior thigh. Because it refers to a specific body part, it is treated as a standard countable noun.
As a verb, the word carries a strong connotation of crippling or disabling. It suggests a sudden or systemic loss of mobility or power, mirroring the physical effect of severing the actual tendon. This usage is common in political, corporate, or legal contexts to describe how regulations or lack of resources prevent an entity from functioning effectively.
Meanings
The large tendon at the back of the knee, or any of the muscles in the back of the thigh that connect the hip to the knee.
To severely restrict the efficiency, effectiveness, or freedom of action of a person or organization.
The project was completely hamstringed by a lack of funding and bureaucratic delays.
Examples
I need to stretch my hamstring before I start running.
The athlete felt a sharp pull in his left hamstring during the sprint.
My hamstring is still sore from yesterday's workout.
The new regulations will hamstring our ability to compete globally.
I feel like these strict rules just hamstring my creativity.
The CEO feared that the legal battle would hamstring the entire merger.
They are trying to hamstring the opposition by cutting their budget.
A lack of clear communication has hamstringed the team's progress.
Phrasal Verbs
hamstring by
to be restricted or hindered by a specific factor
The company's growth was hamstringed by outdated technology.