First Known Use: 1601
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1sprain
noun \ˈsprān\
Definition of SPRAIN
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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Origin of SPRAIN
origin unknown
Rhymes with SPRAIN
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2sprain
transitive verb
: to injure (a joint) by twisting it in a sudden and painful way
Full Definition of SPRAIN
: to injure by a sudden or severe twist
First Known Use of SPRAIN
1622
SPRAIN Defined for Kids
1sprain
noun \ˈsprān\
Definition of SPRAIN for Kids
: an injury that results from the sudden or severe twisting of a joint with stretching or tearing of ligaments
2sprain
verb
sprainedsprain·ing
Definition of SPRAIN for Kids
: to injure by a sudden or severe twist <She fell and sprained her ankle.>
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