Looking for the meaning of the word SPRAIN in English for both noun and verb forms from the Oxford Dictionary? Below, you can explore all possible meanings and definitions of SPRAIN with sentence examples. You can also use the “AUDIO PRONUNCIATION” track to check the correct pronunciation in British English.
Word: Sprain
Speech Type: Verb
Etymology:
early 17th century: of unknown origin
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
spreɪn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
wrench or twist the ligaments of (an ankle, wrist, or other joint) violently so as to cause pain and swelling but not dislocation
Short Definition:wrench or twist ligaments of joint violently so as to cause pain and swelling but not dislocation
Examples:- he left in a wheelchair after spraining an ankle
Word: Sprain
Speech Type: Noun
Audio Pronunciation:
Phonetic Spelling:
spreɪn
Dialects: British English
Definition:
the result of spraining a joint
Short Definition:result of spraining joint
Examples:- a compress for treating sprains and bruises
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