sprain

Definition

  • noun: a sudden or violent twist or wrench of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments
  • verb: to injure (a joint) by twisting it in a sudden and painful way
  • verb: to injure by a sudden or severe twist
  • synonyms: abrade, bark, blemish

Examples

  • I fell and 'sprained' [='twisted'] my ankle/wrist.

  • My wrist isn't broken. It's just a bad 'sprain'.

  • a 'sprained' ankle

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