1. a cut of meat from the heavy-muscled part of a hog's rear quarter, between hip and hock, usually cured.
2. that part of a hog's hind leg.
3. the part of the leg back of the knee.
4. the back of the thigh, or the thigh and the buttock together.

1. an actor or performer who overacts.
2. an operator of an amateur radio station.

3. to act with exaggerated expression of emotion; overact.

4. to overact; ham.

1. the second son of Noah. Genesis 10:1.

1. in an extremely high-energy manner; to an exceptional degree (a euphemistic acronym used as a description of intensity, without explicit vulgarity): Nothing can stop me from partying HAM this spring break!

2. to exhibit optimal energy or enthusiasm; to make a great effort: The team went HAM on the final play and mowed down the defense.

1. the part of the hindquarters of a pig or similar animal between the hock and the hip
2. the meat of this part, esp when salted or smoked
3. informal
• the back of the leg above the knee
• the space or area behind the knee
4. a cushion used for moulding curves

1. theatre informal
• an actor who overacts or relies on stock gestures or mannerisms
• overacting or clumsy acting
• (as modifier)
2. informal
• a licensed amateur radio operator
• (as modifier)

3. to overact

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