hammy
English
adj
Definitions
- Resembling or characteristic of ham.
- Amateurish; characterized by overacting.
Etymology
Suffix from English ham (actor of low grade, region back of the knee joint, overacting inferior performer, incompetent pugilist).
Origin
English
ham
Gloss
actor of low grade, region back of the knee joint, overacting inferior performer, incompetent pugilist