CHARLEY HORSE


Meaning of CHARLEY HORSE in English

Pronunciation: ' chär-l ē - ˌ ho ̇ rs

Function: noun

Etymology: from Charley, nickname for Charles

Date: 1888

: a muscular pain, cramping, or stiffness especially of the quadriceps that results from a strain or bruise

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