Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sprain
noun
/sprān/
Definition
A sprain is an injury to a ligament caused by a sudden twist or impact that forces the joint out of its normal position.
Examples
- She twisted her ankle during the game and suffered a sprain.
- The doctor advised him to rest his sprained wrist for a few weeks.
- After falling, he realized he had a sprain in his knee.
Meaning
Spraining occurs when the ligaments that connect bones at a joint are stretched or torn, often leading to pain and swelling.
Synonyms
- strain
- injury
- twist
- tear
