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Raresprain
The correct spelling is sprain.
How to pronounce sprain
noun
IPA: /spɹeɪn/
Say it like: Spr-ayn
The correct spelling is sprain. The act or result of spraining; lameness caused by spraining For example: "a bad sprain of the wrist"
Usage Examples
“a bad sprain of the wrist”
“to sprain one's ankle”
Meanings
noun
- 1.The act or result of spraining; lameness caused by spraining
verb
- 1.To weaken, as a joint, ligament, or muscle, by sudden and excessive exertion, as by wrenching; to overstrain, or stretch injuriously, but without luxation
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