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sprain
nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ẽˈtoɾsɨ/en·tor·se
Definition
1Joint injury caused by a sudden movement that forces ligaments beyond their normal limit, without causing dislocation.
Usage examples
“He suffered a sprain in his knee during the game.”
“The ankle sprain forced him to use a bandage.”
Common combinations
ankle sprainligament sprainsevere sprain