sprain
Americanverb (used with object)
noun
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a violent straining or wrenching of the parts around a joint, without dislocation.
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the condition of being sprained.
verb
noun
Related Words
See strain 1.
Other Word Forms
- unsprained adjective
Etymology
Origin of sprain
First recorded in 1595–1605; origin uncertain
Example Sentences
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But the walk-in centre is not for medical emergencies, sprains, repeat prescriptions or long-term conditions.
From BBC
Leonard exited Friday’s loss against the Lakers with an ankle sprain.
From Los Angeles Times
He has not played since Jan. 14 because of a Grade 1 sprain of his right big toe.
From Los Angeles Times
He suffered a season-ending anterior cruciate ligament sprain in the accident, and the Heat contacted the NBA to express concerns about the floor at the time.
From Los Angeles Times
The Grizzlies said in a brief statement that Morant sprained the ulnar collateral ligament in his left elbow in Wednesday's home loss to the Atlanta Hawks.
From Barron's
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