1. painful involuntary muscle contractions
Usage: medical

1. present participle of cramp; experiencing or causing muscle spasms
2. present participle of cramp; restricting or confining movement or development

Examples

• She experienced severe cramping in her legs after the marathon.
• The cramping in his stomach kept him awake all night.
• His muscles were cramping from dehydration.
• The tight shoes were cramping her toes.
• The small workspace was cramping his creativity.
• Menstrual cramping is common during the first days of the cycle.
• The cramping sensation made it difficult to walk.