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sprain

nounfemininegeneral usecommon/ẽˈtoɾsɨ/en·tor·se

Definition

1

Joint 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.

Synonyms

Common combinations

ankle sprainligament sprainsevere sprain