sprain
Pronunciation:
/spɹeɪn/noun
Definitions
The act or result of spraining; lameness caused by spraining
Example: a bad sprain of the wrist
verb
Definitions
To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation
Example: to sprain one's ankle