What does hammy mean?
Definitions for hammy
ˈhæm iham·my
This dictionary definitions page includes all the possible meanings, example usage and translations of the word hammy.
Princeton's WordNet
hammyadjective
affectedly dramatic; overacted
Wiktionary
hammynoun
a hamstring injury.
hammyadjective
Resembling ham.
hammyadjective
Amateurish; characterized by overacting.
Etymology: Derived from ham.
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"Hammy" is a term often used to describe an acting performance that is overly dramatic, exaggerated, theatrical, or excessively emotional. This term is typically used in a critical or negative context, suggesting that the actor is not being authentic or natural in their performance. In general, it's a characterization that implies a lack of subtlety or nuance in performance.
Usage in printed sourcesFrom:
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of hammy in Chaldean Numerology is: 6
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of hammy in Pythagorean Numerology is: 6
Examples of hammy in a Sentence
Hammy: did that rat get away? Theoniono: WHAT ARE YOU DOING? Hammy: oh ok...
In the first quarter, I felt just the little tug or whatever in my hammy, i made the bench and made the staff aware … but it just kept getting more and more sore as I was running on it so they decided to pull me.
He kind of scared me because I thought he pulled his hammy.
It has more to do with Michael, the workload on Michael’s legs, don’t forget he’s coming off that hammy. You’ve got to pick your poison. Do I give up some defense or do I take a chance on losing Michael? I’m more worried about that. We’re trying to protect Michael and keep his bat in the lineup at the same time.
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