🤕sprain

noun, verb
/spreɪn/

Meaning

an injury to a joint in which the ligaments are stretched or torn

Example Sentences

She sprained her ankle while running in the park.

Example Expressions

sprain an ankle

Synonyms

twist, wrench, strain, injury

Antonyms

heal, recovery

Collocations

ankle sprain, wrist sprain, severe sprain, minor sprain

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