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Definition of Charley horse
1. Noun. A muscular cramp (especially in the thigh or calf) following vigorous exercise.
Exact synonyms: Charley-horse
Language type: Colloquialism
Generic synonyms: Cramp, Muscle Spasm, Spasm
Language type: Colloquialism
Generic synonyms: Cramp, Muscle Spasm, Spasm
Medical Definition of Charley horse
1. Localised pain or muscle stiffness following a contusion of a muscle. Origin: slang (05 Mar 2000)