SPRAIN


Meaning of SPRAIN in English

verb

to injure (a joint) by a sudden twisting motion that stretches and lacerates the ligaments

sprained her ankle

Synonyms: ||rick, turn, twist, wrench

Related Word: pull, strain, stretch; tear; dislocate, throw; break, fracture

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