cramp
cramp
noun
A sudden, painful, involuntary contraction of a muscle or muscles.
"I got a cramp in my leg whilst swimming."
verb
To restrict or inhibit the development or freedom of something.
"Lack of funds cramped their plans."
verb
To cause a muscle to contract painfully and involuntarily.
"The cold water cramped my toes."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: strangle, hamper, halter, spasm, muscle spasm, cramp iron