Meaning of the word crick in English

What does crick mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

crick

US /krɪk/

UK /krɪk/

a sudden painful stiffness in the neck or back

Example:

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I woke up with a crick in my neck.

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He got a crick in his back from lifting heavy boxes.

Synonym:

spasm twinge stiffness knot

a small narrow stream

Example:

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We followed the winding crick through the woods.

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The children were playing by the crick.

Synonym:

stream brook rivulet

cause a crick in (the neck or back)

Example:

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Sleeping in an awkward position can crick your neck.

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Be careful not to crick your back when you lift that.

Synonym:

strain sprain wrench