Meaning of the word spasms in English

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

spasms

US /spæzms/
UK /spæzms/

Plural Noun

1.

sudden involuntary muscular contractions

Example:
The patient experienced severe muscle spasms.
His leg spasms kept him awake all night.
2.

a sudden, brief spell of an activity or sensation

Example:
He had a sudden spasm of anger.
A spasm of pain shot through his arm.
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