SPRAIN


Meaning of SPRAIN in English

n.

Pronunciation: ' spr ā n

Function: noun

Etymology: origin unknown

Date: 1601

1 : a sudden or violent twist or wrench of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments

2 : a sprained condition

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